Average Monthly Sunshine in Tromsø

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Tromsø varies. It peaks at 219 hours in May and drops to 0 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1270 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Tromsø, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.3 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 0.0 hours per day.

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

Tromsø enjoys an average of 1270 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, 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

September, Tromsø’s wettest month, receives 102 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 4°C.

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