Bentota Sunshine Hours by Month

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 Bentota, Galle District, Sri Lanka. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Bentota changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2609 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in March and a subtle dip in September.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Bentota vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Bentota enjoys an average of 2609 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Bentota

October, Bentota’s wettest month, receives 202 mm (8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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