Yass 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 Yass, New South Wales, Australia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Yass, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 301 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 153 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2755 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Yass, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.0 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 5.1 hours per day.

Yass vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Yass enjoys an average of 2755 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Yass

November, Yass’s wettest month, receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F).

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