Average Monthly Sunshine in Sandton

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sandton experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, August, sees up to 284 hours of sunshine, while February, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 225 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3126 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between July (9.5 hours per day) and February (7.5 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

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

Sandton enjoys an average of 3126 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, 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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

December, Sandton’s wettest month, receives 120 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 Sandton Precipitation page.