Average Monthly Sunshine in Diani Beach

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Diani Beach receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Diani Beach vary. From a high of 275 hours in October, to a low of 202 hours in May, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2936 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. May, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Diani Beach’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Diani Beach enjoys an average of 2936 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, 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.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

May, Diani Beach’s wettest month, receives 22 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

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