Average Monthly Sunshine in Balchasj

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Balchasj, Kazakhstan. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Balchasj varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 377 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 131 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3081 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Balchasj enjoys an average of 3081 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

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.

Other climate information

November, Balchasj’s wettest month, receives 40 mm of snowfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 1°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 22°C.

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