Greymouth 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 Greymouth, West Coast, New Zealand. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Greymouth, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 211 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 107 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1903 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Greymouth, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.0 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 3.6 hours per day.

Greymouth enjoys an average of 1903 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

October, Greymouth’s wettest month, receives 180 mm (7.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F).

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