Embilipitiya 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 Embilipitiya, Ratnapura District, Sri Lanka. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Embilipitiya experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, March, sees up to 250 hours of sunshine, while November, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 191 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2572 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 8.3 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in November, with about 6.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Embilipitiya vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Embilipitiya enjoys an average of 2572 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Related Climate Data for Embilipitiya

November, Embilipitiya’s wettest month, receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

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