Average Monthly Sunshine in Kelowna

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Kelowna varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 297 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 35 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1943 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Kelowna, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.2 hours per day.

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

Kelowna enjoys an average of 1943 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

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

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

Other climate information

November, Kelowna’s wettest month, receives 27 mm of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 5°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 24°C.

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