Whitehorse (YT) Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Whitehorse varies. It peaks at 270 hours in June and drops to 30 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1847 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Whitehorse serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 9.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1 hour of daily sunlight.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 55% of the time during the day in April, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 15%.

Whitehorse vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Whitehorse enjoys an average of 1847 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.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Whitehorse

July, Whitehorse’s wettest month, receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F).

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