Average Monthly Sunshine in Lahore

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Lahore. Expect long, bright days with 293 hours in May and darker periods with just 178 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 2752 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 9.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 5.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Lahore enjoys an average of 2752 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, 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.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

July, Lahore’s wettest month, receives 24 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 37°C. During the driest month November 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 Lahore Precipitation page.