Average Monthly Sunshine in Nara

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

On average, Nara receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year. The annual sunshine totals up to approximately 3005 hours, making it a consistently bright destination.

Daily hours of sunshine

Despite minor fluctuations, Nara enjoys a fairly consistent amount of sunshine throughout the year. In November, you can expect approximately 9.0 hours of daily sunshine, while even in June, Nara still receives about 7.5 hours.

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

Nara enjoys an average of 3005 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, 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 Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

August, Nara’s wettest month, receives 6.9 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 34°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 39°C.

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