Medan Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Medan, Sumatra, Indonesia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Medan changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 1593 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in June and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 5.3 hours of daily sun in June, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in December, with about 3.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Medan vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Medan enjoys an average of 1593 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.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Medan

November, Medan’s wettest month, receives 266 mm (10 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

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