Kalangala Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Kalangala, Ssese Islands, Uganda. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Kalangala changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2396 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in January and a subtle dip in April.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between January (7.8 hours per day) and April (6.0 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Kalangala enjoys an average of 2396 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.

April, Kalangala’s wettest month, receives 159 mm (6.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).

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