Average Monthly Sunshine in Pictou

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Pictou. Expect long, bright days with 254 hours in July and darker periods with just 64 hours in November. The total annual amount of sun is 1853 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Pictou, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 2.1 hours per day.

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

Pictou enjoys an average of 1853 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

December, Pictou’s wettest month, receives 89 mm of snow/rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C.

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