Average Monthly Sunshine in Tórshavn

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Tórshavn. Expect long, bright days with 139 hours in May and darker periods with just 8 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 880 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Tórshavn serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 4.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 0.3 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Tórshavn enjoys an average of 880 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, 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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

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

Other climate information

December, Tórshavn’s wettest month, receives 77 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 11°C.

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