Durbanville Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Durbanville, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 338 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 175 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3094 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Durbanville, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.3 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 5.8 hours per day.

Durbanville vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Durbanville enjoys an average of 3094 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

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

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Related Climate Data for Durbanville

June, Durbanville’s wettest month, receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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