Apia 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 Apia, Upolu, Samoa. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Apia experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, August, sees up to 221 hours of sunshine, while January, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 151 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2252 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 7.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. January, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Apia vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Apia enjoys an average of 2252 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Apia

January, Apia’s wettest month, receives 281 mm (11 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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