Suncheon Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Suncheon, Jeollanam-Do, South Korea. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Suncheon changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2150 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in July.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 7.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. July, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.9 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 58% of the time during the day in October, the highest percentage of any month. July has the lowest percentage at 33%.

Suncheon enjoys an average of 2150 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.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

July, Suncheon’s wettest month, receives 279 mm (11 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F).

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