Masirah Island 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 Masirah Island, Oman. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Masirah Island changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3463 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in July.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 11.7 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. July, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 8.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Masirah Island vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Masirah Island enjoys an average of 3463 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Masirah Island

June, Masirah Island’s wettest month, receives 0.5 mm (0.02 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month May 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 Masirah Island Precipitation page.