Kuantan 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 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Kuantan changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 1948 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in April and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. April sees up to 6.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Kuantan vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Kuantan enjoys an average of 1948 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.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Kuantan

December, Kuantan’s wettest month, receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).

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