Bitam 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 Bitam, Gabon. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Bitam varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, April, reaches an impressive 137 hours, while August, the darkest month, offers only 66 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1347 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Bitam serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in April with an average of 4.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 2.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Bitam vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Bitam enjoys an average of 1347 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Bitam

October, Bitam’s wettest month, receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month January 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 Bitam Precipitation page.