Average Monthly Sunshine in Mount Pleasant

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Mount Pleasant, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 295 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 170 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2800 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Mount Pleasant, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.7 hours.

Mount Pleasant’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Mount Pleasant enjoys an average of 2800 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, Brussels, UK, 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.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

August, Mount Pleasant’s wettest month, receives 186 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 27°C.

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