Average Monthly Sunshine in Sibu

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sibu experiences sunny spells throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, sees up to 201 hours of sunshine, while February, the least sunny month, still provides a respectable 133 hours. The total annual sunshine amounts to 1979 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between July (6.7 hours per day) and February (4.4 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

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

Sibu enjoys an average of 1979 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Other climate information

December, Sibu’s wettest month, receives 227 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 33°C.

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