Average Monthly Sunshine in Medellín

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Medellín vary. From a high of 201 hours in July, to a low of 123 hours in April, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1854 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 6.7 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. April, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Medellín enjoys an average of 1854 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

May, Medellín’s wettest month, receives 203 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 25°C.

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