Erenhot Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Erenhot, China. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
While the amount of sunshine in Erenhot changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3252 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in December.
Daily hours of sunshine
The difference in daily sunshine hours between May (10.8 hours per day) and December (6.9 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.
Erenhot vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Erenhot enjoys an average of 3252 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.
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.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Erenhot
August, Erenhot’s wettest month, receives 34 mm (1.3 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 -9°C (16°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Erenhot Precipitation page.
Erenhot Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Erenhot - and find the best time to visit.
Erenhot 3-Day Forecast
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Wind Speed
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Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Bucket list
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
Explore the Li River, China's breathtaking landscape with majestic mountains, serene waters, and picturesque views. A must-see for every traveler.
Go to China's Zhangjiajie National Park with the highest, the fastest, largest-loaded outdoor elevator in the world
You won't find this unique landscape anywhere else in the world. Thousands of floating mountains overgrown with trees at the top dominate this fairy tale landscape.
Go to Xinjiang in China
In Xinjiang you get to see a mix of East and Central Asia. An experience that you might want to add to your bucket list. You can travel through the province as if you are following an ancient silk route.
Mount Kailash
The best time for a Kailash tour/trekking is from mid-May to mid-October when the temperature is most pleasant. It is warm, dry and sunny in that period.