Average Monthly Sunshine in Taumarunui

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Taumarunui 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 Taumarunui, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 225 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 97 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1987 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 7.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 3.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Taumarunui enjoys an average of 1987 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

September, Taumarunui’s wettest month, receives 117 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 21°C.

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