Average Monthly Sunshine in Roodepoort

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Roodepoort 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 Roodepoort vary. From a high of 284 hours in August, to a low of 225 hours in February, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3126 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you will experience moderate variation in sunshine hours throughout the year. With 9.5 hours daily sunshine in July, it dips to 7.5 hours in February.

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

Roodepoort enjoys an average of 3126 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

December, Roodepoort’s wettest month, receives 130 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 20°C.

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