Yerevan 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 Yerevan, Armenia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Yerevan varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 353 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 89 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2621 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Yerevan, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.0 hours per day.

Yerevan vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Yerevan enjoys an average of 2621 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Related Climate Data for Yerevan

April, Yerevan’s wettest month, receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month August 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 Yerevan Precipitation page.