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Average Monthly Sunshine in Akaragama

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (41 KM, 25 Miles).

While the amount of sunshine in Akaragama changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2623 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in March and a subtle dip in September.

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Colombo, Sri Lanka (41 KM, 25 Miles).

The difference in daily sunshine hours between March (9.2 hours per day) and September (6.3 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

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

Akaragama enjoys an average of 2623 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

October, Akaragama’s wettest month, receives 94 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

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


Forecast: is it sunny in Akaragama?

Thu   Jan 30
31°C | 24°C
NE 4 m/s
15 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Fri   Jan 31
32°C | 24°C
NE 4 m/s
2.7 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Sat   Feb 01
33°C | 23°C
NE 4 m/s
0.9 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

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