Bhopal 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 Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Bhopal, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 301 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of August provide just 104 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2851 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of April under a blue sky, with approximately 10.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in August, with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Bhopal vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Bhopal enjoys an average of 2851 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Bhopal

July, Bhopal’s wettest month, receives 8.6 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 40°C (104°F).

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