Okayama Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Okayama, Okayama, Japan. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Okayama Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 206 hours of sunshine in May and 144 hours in February, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2041 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 6.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.8 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Okayama vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Okayama enjoys an average of 2041 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

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

Related Climate Data for Okayama

June, Okayama’s wettest month, receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).

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