Churchill (MB) 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 Churchill, Manitoba, Canada. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Churchill. Expect long, bright days with 283 hours in July and darker periods with just 52 hours in December. 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.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 52% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. October has the lowest percentage at 19%.

Churchill enjoys an average of 1806 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

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

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

August, Churchill’s wettest month, receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -20°C (-4°F).

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.