Saint Andrews Beach 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 Saint Andrews Beach, Victoria, Australia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Sunshine in Saint Andrews Beach 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
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Saint Andrews Beach. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 61% of the time during the day in February, the highest percentage of any month. June has the lowest percentage at 43%.
Saint Andrews Beach vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Saint Andrews Beach enjoys an average of 2383 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, 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.
In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Saint Andrews Beach
June, Saint Andrews Beach’s wettest month, receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Saint Andrews Beach Precipitation page.
