Makokou 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 Makokou, Gabon. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Makokou, timing is key. In March, you can enjoy up to 162 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of August provide just 49 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1429 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Makokou, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.4 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours per day.

Makokou vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Makokou enjoys an average of 1429 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

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

Related Climate Data for Makokou

October, Makokou’s wettest month, receives 176 mm (6.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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