Average Monthly Sunshine in Maanhaarrand

Average Monthly Sunshine in Maanhaarrand

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Maanhaarrand, Gauteng, South Africa. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Maanhaarrand vary. From a high of 284 hours in August, to a low of 225 hours in February, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3126 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between July (9.5 hours per day) and February (7.5 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

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

Maanhaarrand enjoys an average of 3126 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 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.

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

Other climate information

December, Maanhaarrand’s wettest month, receives 120 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 20°C.

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