Djibouti 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 Djibouti, Djibouti. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Djibouti vary. From a high of 315 hours in May, to a low of 219 hours in February, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3268 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between May (10.5 hours per day) and February (7.3 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Djibouti enjoys an average of 3268 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

November, Djibouti’s wettest month, receives 6.7 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 38°C (100°F).

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