Average Monthly Sunshine in Moncton

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Moncton varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 256 hours, while November, the darkest month, offers only 95 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1998 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Moncton serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in November, offering only 3.2 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Moncton enjoys an average of 1998 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

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

Other climate information

December, Moncton’s wettest month, receives 86 mm of snowfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 2°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 25°C.

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