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Average Monthly Sunshine in Blenheim

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Blenheim receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (62 KM, 38 Miles).

If you're visiting Blenheim, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 268 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 144 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2502 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (62 KM, 38 Miles).

In Blenheim, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.9 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.8 hours per day.

Blenheim’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Blenheim enjoys an average of 2502 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

October, Blenheim’s wettest month, receives 63 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 20°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Blenheim Precipitation page.


Forecast: is it sunny in Blenheim?

Tuesday
18 Feb
Rain showers
Rain showers
21°C
7 mm
Wednesday
19 Feb
Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
23°C
0.2 mm
Thursday
20 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
24°C
0 mm

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