Average Monthly Sunshine in Gilsland

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Gilsland varies. It peaks at 161 hours in May and drops to 39 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 1189 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Gilsland, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.4 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours per day.

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

Gilsland enjoys an average of 1189 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

December, Gilsland’s wettest month, receives 91 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 12°C.

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