Shijiazhuang Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Shijiazhuang. Expect long, bright days with 265 hours in May and darker periods with just 157 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2424 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Shijiazhuang, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.2 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 61% of the time during the day in May, the highest percentage of any month. July has the lowest percentage at 45%.
Shijiazhuang vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Shijiazhuang enjoys an average of 2424 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
Related Climate Data for Shijiazhuang
July, Shijiazhuang’s wettest month, receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Shijiazhuang Precipitation page.
