Brits Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Brits, North West, South Africa. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Brits changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3211 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in August and a subtle dip in February.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 9.8 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.8 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Brits enjoys an average of 3211 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

December, Brits’s wettest month, receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F).

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