Average Monthly Sunshine in Cappadocia

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 Cappadocia, Central Anatolia Region, Turkey. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Cappadocia, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 362 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 82 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2497 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Cappadocia’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Cappadocia enjoys an average of 2497 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 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.

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

Other climate information

April, Cappadocia’s wettest month, receives 5.9 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

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