Rockdale 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 Rockdale, Australia. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Rockdale Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 257 hours of sunshine in December and 180 hours in May, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2644 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
The difference in daily sunshine hours between December (8.6 hours per day) and May (6.0 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 73% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 53%.
Rockdale vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Rockdale enjoys an average of 2644 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.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Rockdale
February, Rockdale’s wettest month, receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 20°C (68°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Rockdale Precipitation page.
