Alma Ata Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Alma Ata, Kazakhstan. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Alma Ata varies. It peaks at 308 hours in July and drops to 102 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2358 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Alma Ata serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Alma Ata vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Alma Ata enjoys an average of 2358 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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.

Related Climate Data for Alma Ata

May, Alma Ata’s wettest month, receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -3°C (27°F).

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