Mzuzu Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Mzuzu, Malawi. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Mzuzu. Expect long, bright days with 303 hours in October and darker periods with just 136 hours in February. The total annual amount of sun is 2602 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Mzuzu. While October receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.1 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Mzuzu vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Mzuzu enjoys an average of 2602 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Mzuzu

January, Mzuzu’s wettest month, receives 119 mm (4.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).

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