Average Monthly Sunshine in Churchill

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Churchill varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 283 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 52 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1806 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Churchill serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Churchill enjoys an average of 1806 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

August, Churchill’s wettest month, receives 91 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month February 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 Churchill Precipitation page.