Average Monthly Sunshine in Bodrum City

Average Monthly Sunshine in Bodrum City

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Bodrum City, Aegean Region, Turkey. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Bodrum City, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 330 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 135 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2775 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Bodrum City, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.0 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.5 hours per day.

Bodrum City’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Bodrum City enjoys an average of 2775 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, 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.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

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

Other climate information

December, Bodrum City’s wettest month, receives 0.4 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 29°C.

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