Average Monthly Sunshine in Oudtshoorn

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

The sunniest days in Oudtshoorn occur in December, with around 237 hours of sunshine. Even in June, the least sunny month, Oudtshoorn still enjoys a comfortable 199 hours of sunlight. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2554 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Despite minor fluctuations, Oudtshoorn enjoys a fairly consistent amount of sunshine throughout the year. In December, you can expect approximately 7.9 hours of daily sunshine, while even in June, Oudtshoorn still receives about 6.6 hours.

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

Oudtshoorn enjoys an average of 2554 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

November, Oudtshoorn’s wettest month, receives 34 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. During the driest month June 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 Oudtshoorn Precipitation page.