Kaolack 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 Kaolack, Senegal. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Kaolack experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, May, sees up to 298 hours of sunshine, while September, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 228 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3120 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 9.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Kaolack vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Kaolack enjoys an average of 3120 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 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 Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Kaolack

August, Kaolack’s wettest month, receives 0.1 mm (0 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 39°C (102°F).

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