Average Monthly Sunshine in Upper Hutt

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Upper Hutt 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 Upper Hutt. Expect long, bright days with 234 hours in January and darker periods with just 106 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2040 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Upper Hutt. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Upper Hutt’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Upper Hutt enjoys an average of 2040 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Other climate information

October, Upper Hutt’s wettest month, receives 84 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 19°C.

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