Balıkesir Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Balıkesir, Aegean Region, Turkey. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Balıkesir. Expect long, bright days with 296 hours in July and darker periods with just 54 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2143 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Balıkesir. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Balıkesir vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Balıkesir enjoys an average of 2143 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

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

Related Climate Data for Balıkesir

February, Balıkesir’s wettest month, receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).

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