Changsha 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 Changsha, Hunan, China. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Changsha, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 240 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of February provide just 62 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1549 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Changsha. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.0 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 57% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. March has the lowest percentage at 19%.

Changsha vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Changsha enjoys an average of 1549 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 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 Changsha

June, Changsha’s wettest month, receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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