Average Monthly Sunshine in Picton

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Picton, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 280 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 75 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1971 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Picton. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Picton enjoys an average of 1971 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.

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

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

Other climate information

April, Picton’s wettest month, receives 88 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -0°C.

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