Diyatalawa Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Diyatalawa, Badulla District, Sri Lanka. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Diyatalawa varies. It peaks at 198 hours in March and drops to 67 hours in July. The total annual amount of sun is 1486 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Diyatalawa serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 2.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Diyatalawa vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Diyatalawa enjoys an average of 1486 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Diyatalawa

November, Diyatalawa’s wettest month, receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month July 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 Diyatalawa Precipitation page.