Prayagraj 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 Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Prayagraj. Expect long, bright days with 292 hours in May and darker periods with just 143 hours in July. The total annual amount of sun is 2773 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Prayagraj serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 4.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Prayagraj vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Prayagraj enjoys an average of 2773 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

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.

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

Related Climate Data for Prayagraj

July, Prayagraj’s wettest month, receives 9.6 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 35°C (95°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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