Kabul 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 Kabul, Afghanistan. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Kabul, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 357 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 177 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3176 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Kabul serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 5.9 hours of daily sunlight.

Kabul vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Kabul enjoys an average of 3176 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, 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.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Kabul

April, Kabul’s wettest month, receives 9.2 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month August 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 Kabul Precipitation page.