Average Monthly Sunshine in Shiraz

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Shiraz varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, June, reaches an impressive 361 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 214 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3339 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Shiraz, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.0 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 7.1 hours per day.

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

Shiraz enjoys an average of 3339 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, 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 Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

January, Shiraz’s wettest month, receives 0.6 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 35°C.

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