Taif 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 Taif, Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Taif changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3387 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in June and a subtle dip in February.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 10.7 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 8.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 82% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. April has the lowest percentage at 72%.

Taif vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Taif enjoys an average of 3387 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Taif

April, Taif’s wettest month, receives 3.9 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 36°C (97°F).

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