Average Monthly Sunshine in Belo Horizonte

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Belo Horizonte vary. From a high of 242 hours in August, to a low of 152 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2450 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 8.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Belo Horizonte’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Belo Horizonte enjoys an average of 2450 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.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Other climate information

December, Belo Horizonte’s wettest month, receives 125 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C.

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