Waynesville (NC) Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Waynesville, North Carolina, United States of America. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Waynesville Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 268 hours of sunshine in June and 166 hours in December, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2616 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 8.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.5 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 64% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. August has the lowest percentage at 55%.
Waynesville vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Waynesville enjoys an average of 2616 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Waynesville
December, Waynesville’s wettest month, receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Waynesville Precipitation page.
