Average Monthly Sunshine in Kolkata

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Kolkata receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Kolkata, timing is key. In April, you can enjoy up to 241 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of July provide just 106 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2240 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Kolkata serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in April with an average of 8.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 3.5 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Kolkata enjoys an average of 2240 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

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

Other climate information

July, Kolkata’s wettest month, receives 79 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 28°C.

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