Lunenburg (NS) 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 Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Lunenburg, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 235 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 106 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1965 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Lunenburg. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 52% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. November has the lowest percentage at 37%.

Lunenburg enjoys an average of 1965 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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

December, Lunenburg’s wettest month, receives 96 mm (3.8 in) of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 5°C (41°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F).

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