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Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Dalupotha, Sri Lanka. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
While the amount of sunshine in Dalupotha changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2623 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in March and a subtle dip in September.
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
Dalupotha enjoys an average of 2623 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
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.
October, Dalupotha’s wettest month, receives 90 mm (3.5 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 31°C (88°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Dalupotha Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dalupotha - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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