Hingurakgala Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Hingurakgala, Polonnaruwa District, Sri Lanka. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Hingurakgala changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2701 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in March and a subtle dip in November.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Hingurakgala vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Hingurakgala enjoys an average of 2701 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Hingurakgala

November, Hingurakgala’s wettest month, receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 36°C (97°F).

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