Tahiti Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Tahiti, French Polynesia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Tahiti vary. From a high of 251 hours in August, to a low of 197 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2686 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 8.4 hours of daily sun in August, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in December, with about 6.6 hours of daily sunlight.

Tahiti vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Tahiti enjoys an average of 2686 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

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

Related Climate Data for Tahiti

December, Tahiti’s wettest month, receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).

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