Gaotang 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 Gaotang, China. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Gaotang vary. From a high of 274 hours in May, to a low of 169 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2551 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between May (9.1 hours per day) and December (5.6 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 63% of the time during the day in May, the highest percentage of any month. July has the lowest percentage at 48%.

Gaotang enjoys an average of 2551 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

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

July, Gaotang’s wettest month, receives 177 mm (7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F).

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