Average Monthly Sunshine in New Westminster

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate New Westminster. Expect long, bright days with 289 hours in July and darker periods with just 56 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1932 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in New Westminster. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.9 hours of sunlight per day.

New Westminster’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

New Westminster enjoys an average of 1932 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Other climate information

November, New Westminster’s wettest month, receives 74 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 23°C.

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