Risdon 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 Risdon, Tasmania, Australia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Risdon. Expect long, bright days with 251 hours in January and darker periods with just 131 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2362 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Risdon serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 8.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 62% of the time during the day in February, the highest percentage of any month. June has the lowest percentage at 49%.

Risdon enjoys an average of 2362 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, 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.

November, Risdon’s wettest month, receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).

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