Average Monthly Sunshine in Ballygunge

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Ballygunge varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, April, reaches an impressive 241 hours, while July, the darkest month, offers only 106 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2222 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Ballygunge, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.0 hours in April. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 3.5 hours per day.

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

Ballygunge enjoys an average of 2222 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

July, Ballygunge’s wettest month, receives 78 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 28°C.

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