Hyderabad Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Hyderabad varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, reaches an impressive 282 hours, while August, the darkest month, offers only 135 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2730 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Hyderabad, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.4 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 4.5 hours per day.

Hyderabad vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Hyderabad enjoys an average of 2730 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Hyderabad

July, Hyderabad’s wettest month, receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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