Xiangtan Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Xiangtan, Hunan, China. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Xiangtan, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 240 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of February provide just 62 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1549 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Xiangtan. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.0 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 57% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. March has the lowest percentage at 19%.

Xiangtan vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Xiangtan enjoys an average of 1549 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 Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

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

Related Climate Data for Xiangtan

June, Xiangtan’s wettest month, receives 179 mm (7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F).

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