Brasilia Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Brasilia, Distrito Federal, Brazil. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Brasilia varies. It peaks at 275 hours in August and drops to 141 hours in November. The total annual amount of sun is 2424 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Brasilia. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Brasilia vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Brasilia enjoys an average of 2424 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.

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 Brasilia

December, Brasilia’s wettest month, receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month July 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 Brasilia Precipitation page.