Beirut 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 Beirut, Mount Lebanon, Lebanon. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Beirut. Expect long, bright days with 361 hours in July and darker periods with just 133 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 2964 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Beirut, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.0 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 4.4 hours per day.

Beirut vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Beirut enjoys an average of 2964 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Beirut

February, Beirut’s wettest month, receives 1.9 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month July 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 Beirut Precipitation page.