Elkaduwa 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 Elkaduwa, Matale District, Sri Lanka. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Elkaduwa, timing is key. In March, you can enjoy up to 198 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of July provide just 67 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1486 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Elkaduwa 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.

Elkaduwa vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Elkaduwa enjoys an average of 1486 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Elkaduwa

November, Elkaduwa’s wettest month, receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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