Average Monthly Sunshine in Rietfontein

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Rietfontein vary. From a high of 293 hours in August, to a low of 233 hours in February, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3211 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 9.8 hours of daily sun in August, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in February, with about 7.8 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Rietfontein enjoys an average of 3211 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

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, Rietfontein’s wettest month, receives 106 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month July 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 Rietfontein Precipitation page.