Pennington Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Pennington, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Pennington vary. From a high of 233 hours in July, to a low of 168 hours in November, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2365 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 7.8 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Pennington vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Pennington enjoys an average of 2365 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Pennington

November, Pennington’s wettest month, receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F).

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