Average Monthly Sunshine in Madang

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Madang receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Madang, timing is key. In August, you can enjoy up to 226 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of February provide just 123 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2262 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Madang, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.5 hours in August. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 4.1 hours per day.

Madang’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Madang enjoys an average of 2262 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.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

March, Madang’s wettest month, receives 409 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 29°C.

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