Bhubaneshwar 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 Bhubaneshwar, Orissa, India. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Bhubaneshwar. Expect long, bright days with 255 hours in December and darker periods with just 107 hours in July. The total annual amount of sun is 2430 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Bhubaneshwar serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 3.6 hours of daily sunlight.

Bhubaneshwar vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Bhubaneshwar enjoys an average of 2430 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

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.

Related Climate Data for Bhubaneshwar

July, Bhubaneshwar’s wettest month, receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month January 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 Bhubaneshwar Precipitation page.