Outeniqua Strand Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Outeniqua Strand, Western Cape, South Africa. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Outeniqua Strand, you can expect sunshine nearly all year. Peak sunshine in December reaches 237 hours, with only a slight dip to 199 hours in June. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2554 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Despite minor fluctuations, Outeniqua Strand 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, Outeniqua Strand still receives about 6.6 hours.

Outeniqua Strand vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Outeniqua Strand enjoys an average of 2554 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Outeniqua Strand

November, Outeniqua Strand’s wettest month, receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F).

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