Mwanza Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Mwanza, Tanzania. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Mwanza Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 286 hours of sunshine in July and 210 hours in November, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2934 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
The difference in daily sunshine hours between July (9.5 hours per day) and November (7.0 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.
Mwanza vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Mwanza enjoys an average of 2934 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, 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.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Mwanza
November, Mwanza’s wettest month, receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Mwanza Precipitation page.
Mwanza Weather by Month
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