Average Monthly Sunshine in Sooke

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Sooke, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 330 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 70 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2220 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Sooke serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Sooke enjoys an average of 2220 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.

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

Other climate information

November, Sooke’s wettest month, receives 35 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°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 Sooke Precipitation page.