Average Monthly Sunshine in Negombo

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Negombo vary. From a high of 276 hours in March, to a low of 189 hours in September, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2623 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Negombo enjoys an average of 2623 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

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

Other climate information

October, Negombo’s wettest month, receives 90 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 31°C.

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