Average Monthly Sunshine in Wanaka

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Wanaka varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, January, reaches an impressive 231 hours, while June, the darkest month, offers only 120 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2092 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Wanaka serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.0 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Wanaka enjoys an average of 2092 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

December, Wanaka’s wettest month, receives 109 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month July 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 Wanaka Precipitation page.