Tangalle Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Tangalle, Hambantota District, Sri Lanka. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Tangalle Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 250 hours of sunshine in March and 191 hours in November, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2572 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 8.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. November, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Tangalle vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Tangalle enjoys an average of 2572 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.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Tangalle

November, Tangalle’s wettest month, receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).

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