Average Monthly Sunshine in Gwangyang

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Gwangyang 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 Gwangyang vary. From a high of 212 hours in May, to a low of 149 hours in July, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2207 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 7.1 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in July, with about 5.0 hours of daily sunlight.

Gwangyang’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Gwangyang enjoys an average of 2207 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.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

July, Gwangyang’s wettest month, receives 275 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 9°C.

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