Average Monthly Sunshine in Singapore

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Singapore changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2024 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in March and a subtle dip in November.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 6.5 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in November, with about 4.3 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Singapore enjoys an average of 2024 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Other climate information

November, Singapore’s wettest month, receives 225 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C.

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