Peradeniya 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 Peradeniya, Kandy District, Sri Lanka. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Peradeniya. Expect long, bright days with 198 hours in March and darker periods with just 67 hours in July. The total annual amount of sun is 1486 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Peradeniya serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 2.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Peradeniya enjoys an average of 1486 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.

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

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

November, Peradeniya’s wettest month, receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F).

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