Whakatāne 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 Whakatāne, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Whakatāne. Expect long, bright days with 250 hours in January and darker periods with just 150 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2259 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Whakatāne serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 8.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 5.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Whakatāne vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Whakatāne enjoys an average of 2259 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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Whakatāne

June, Whakatāne’s wettest month, receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F).

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