Average Monthly Sunshine in Glenorchy

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Glenorchy. Expect long, bright days with 230 hours in January and darker periods with just 72 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 1928 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Glenorchy, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 2.4 hours per day.

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

Glenorchy enjoys an average of 1928 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

October, Glenorchy’s wettest month, receives 173 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 3°C.

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