Bora Bora Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Bora Bora, Bora Bora, French Polynesia. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

The sunniest days in Bora Bora occur in August, with around 248 hours of sunshine. Even in February, the least sunny month, Bora Bora still enjoys a comfortable 203 hours of sunlight. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2696 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Despite minor fluctuations, Bora Bora enjoys a fairly consistent amount of sunshine throughout the year. In August, you can expect approximately 8.3 hours of daily sunshine, while even in January, Bora Bora still receives about 6.8 hours.

Bora Bora vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Bora Bora enjoys an average of 2696 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Bora Bora

December, Bora Bora’s wettest month, receives 185 mm (7.3 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 27°C (81°F).

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