Padang Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Padang, Indonesia. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Padang changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2125 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in June and a subtle dip in September.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 6.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.5 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Padang vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Padang enjoys an average of 2125 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

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

Related Climate Data for Padang

November, Padang’s wettest month, receives 204 mm (8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F).

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