Average Monthly Sunshine in Timaru

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Timaru experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, January, sees up to 194 hours of sunshine, while June, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 123 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1947 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between January (6.5 hours per day) and June (4.1 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

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

Timaru enjoys an average of 1947 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

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.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

December, Timaru’s wettest month, receives 86 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

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