Average Monthly Sunshine in Portarlington

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Portarlington varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, January, reaches an impressive 276 hours, while June, the darkest month, offers only 123 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2383 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Portarlington, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.2 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.1 hours per day.

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

Portarlington enjoys an average of 2383 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

November, Portarlington’s wettest month, receives 50 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 21°C.

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