Chongqing Jiangbei International 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 Chongqing Jiangbei International, China. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Chongqing Jiangbei International varies. It peaks at 167 hours in August and drops to 21 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 959 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Chongqing Jiangbei International, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.6 hours in August. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 0.7 hours per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 48% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 8%.

Chongqing Jiangbei International enjoys an average of 959 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

June, Chongqing Jiangbei International’s wettest month, receives 153 mm (6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F).

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