Yamato 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 Yamato, Amami Islands, Japan. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Yamato Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 208 hours of sunshine in August and 131 hours in September, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 1973 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 6.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Yamato vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Yamato enjoys an average of 1973 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, 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.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Yamato

September, Yamato’s wettest month, receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°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 Yamato Precipitation page.