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Average Monthly Sunshine in Ponape

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Ponape 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 Ponape vary. From a high of 176 hours in March, to a low of 133 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1871 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 5.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Ponape enjoys an average of 1871 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

July, Ponape’s wettest month, receives 306 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C.

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


Forecast: is it sunny in Ponape?

Wednesday
19 Feb
Rain showers
Rain showers
31°C
4.3 mm
Thursday
20 Feb
Rain showers
Rain showers
30°C
3.1 mm
Friday
21 Feb
Light rain showers
Light rain showers
28°C
1.8 mm

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