Average Monthly Sunshine in Maskeliya

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Maskeliya experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, March, sees up to 276 hours of sunshine, while September, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 190 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2630 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between March (9.2 hours per day) and September (6.3 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

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

Maskeliya enjoys an average of 2630 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

November, Maskeliya’s wettest month, receives 261 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 27°C.

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