Average Monthly Sunshine in Minneriya

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Minneriya experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, March, sees up to 273 hours of sunshine, while November, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 168 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2701 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Minneriya enjoys an average of 2701 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

November, Minneriya’s wettest month, receives 101 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 35°C.

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