Average Monthly Sunshine in Tarakan

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Tarakan 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 Tarakan vary. From a high of 171 hours in August, to a low of 120 hours in February, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1730 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 5.7 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Tarakan enjoys an average of 1730 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

December, Tarakan’s wettest month, receives 259 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month August 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 Tarakan Precipitation page.