Average Monthly Sunshine in Alexandria

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Alexandria receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Alexandria. Expect long, bright days with 362 hours in July and darker periods with just 190 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 3302 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Alexandria. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.1 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Alexandria’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Alexandria enjoys an average of 3302 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

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

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.