Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq Sunshine Hours by Month
Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq, Malta. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Sunshine in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 372 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 160 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3030 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
For those who appreciate different seasons, Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.3 hours of daily sunlight.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 87% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 51%.
Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq enjoys an average of 3030 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
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.
Related Climate Data for Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq
December, Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq’s wettest month, receives 3.9 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq Precipitation page.
