Cambridge Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Cambridge, Tasmania, Australia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Cambridge, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 251 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 131 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2362 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Cambridge. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.4 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 62% of the time during the day in February, the highest percentage of any month. June has the lowest percentage at 49%.
Cambridge vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Cambridge enjoys an average of 2362 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Cambridge
November, Cambridge’s wettest month, receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Cambridge Precipitation page.
