Average Monthly Sunshine in Malibu (CA)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Malibu 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 Malibu, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 364 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of November provide just 217 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 3259 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Malibu. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.1 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 7.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Malibu enjoys an average of 3259 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Other climate information

December, Malibu’s wettest month, receives 4.6 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 23°C.

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