Kottagoda 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 Kottagoda, Sri Lanka. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Kottagoda vary. From a high of 270 hours in March, to a low of 180 hours in September, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2609 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between March (9.0 hours per day) and September (6.0 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Kottagoda vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Kottagoda enjoys an average of 2609 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.

Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Kottagoda

November, Kottagoda’s wettest month, receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).

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