Average Monthly Sunshine in Niagara on the Lake

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Niagara on the Lake 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 Niagara on the Lake. Expect long, bright days with 307 hours in July and darker periods with just 68 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2211 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Niagara on the Lake’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Niagara on the Lake enjoys an average of 2211 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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

October, Niagara on the Lake’s wettest month, receives 53 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 7°C.

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