Average Monthly Sunshine in Shenzhen

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Shenzhen varies. It peaks at 217 hours in July and drops to 91 hours in February. The total annual amount of sun is 1835 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Shenzhen. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.2 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.0 hours of sunlight per day.

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

Shenzhen enjoys an average of 1835 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, 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Other climate information

June, Shenzhen’s wettest month, receives 257 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 22°C.

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