Wetaskiwin (AB) 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 Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Wetaskiwin. Expect long, bright days with 307 hours in July and darker periods with just 84 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2339 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Wetaskiwin serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 61% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 36%.
Wetaskiwin vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Wetaskiwin enjoys an average of 2339 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.
In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.
Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.
Related Climate Data for Wetaskiwin
June, Wetaskiwin’s wettest month, receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -3°C (27°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Wetaskiwin Precipitation page.
