Chandīgarh Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chandīgarh, Chandigarh, India. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Chandīgarh changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2963 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in August.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 10.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. August, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Chandīgarh vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Chandīgarh enjoys an average of 2963 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Chandīgarh

July, Chandīgarh’s wettest month, receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 34°C (93°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).

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