Ulan-Ude 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 Ulan-Ude, Buryatia, Russia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Ulan-Ude varies. It peaks at 289 hours in May and drops to 93 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2414 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Ulan-Ude. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Ulan-Ude vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Ulan-Ude enjoys an average of 2414 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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.

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

Related Climate Data for Ulan-Ude

August, Ulan-Ude’s wettest month, receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -16°C (3°F).

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