Average Monthly Sunshine in Zarqa

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Zarqa, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 388 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 180 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3291 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Zarqa serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 6.0 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Zarqa enjoys an average of 3291 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Other climate information

February, Zarqa’s wettest month, receives 0.2 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month July 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 Zarqa Precipitation page.