Bamenda 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 Bamenda, Cameroon. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Bamenda varies. It peaks at 268 hours in December and drops to 125 hours in August. The total annual amount of sun is 2431 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Bamenda serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 4.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Bamenda vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Bamenda enjoys an average of 2431 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.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Bamenda

September, Bamenda’s wettest month, receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F).

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