Average Monthly Sunshine in Qingdao

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Qingdao changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2493 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in February.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 8.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Qingdao enjoys an average of 2493 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 contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

July, Qingdao’s wettest month, receives 169 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C.

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