Average Monthly Sunshine in Mahabalipuram

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Mahabalipuram 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 Mahabalipuram, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 301 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of July provide just 144 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2855 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Mahabalipuram. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.0 hours, July marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.8 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Mahabalipuram enjoys an average of 2855 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.

In contrast, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

November, Mahabalipuram’s wettest month, receives 62 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C.

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