Ratchaburi 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 Ratchaburi, Ratchaburi Province, Thailand. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Ratchaburi varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, December, reaches an impressive 263 hours, while September, the darkest month, offers only 107 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2194 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Ratchaburi. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.8 hours, September marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Ratchaburi vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ratchaburi enjoys an average of 2194 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 Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Ratchaburi

September, Ratchaburi’s wettest month, receives 76 mm (3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 34°C (93°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

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