The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
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In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Paeroa, Waikato, New Zealand. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Paeroa. Expect long, bright days with 262 hours in January and darker periods with just 138 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2360 hours.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Paeroa serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.6 hours of daily sunlight.
On average the sun shines 58% of the time during the day in January, the highest percentage of any month. August has the lowest percentage at 50%.
Paeroa enjoys an average of 2360 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.
In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
July, Paeroa’s wettest month, receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Paeroa Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Paeroa - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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