Alexandria Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Alexandria varies. It peaks at 362 hours in July and drops to 190 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 3302 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Alexandria, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 6.3 hours per day.

Alexandria vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Alexandria enjoys an average of 3302 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Related Climate Data for Alexandria

January, Alexandria’s wettest month, receives 0.1 mm (0 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).

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