Average Monthly Sunshine in Mumbai

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Mumbai 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 Mumbai, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 296 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of July provide just 73 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2590 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Mumbai. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.9 hours, July marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Mumbai enjoys an average of 2590 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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

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

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

July, Mumbai’s wettest month, receives 20 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 32°C.

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