Average Monthly Sunshine in Atar

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Atar receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Atar changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3471 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 11.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 8.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Atar’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Atar enjoys an average of 3471 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

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

Other climate information

September, Atar’s wettest month, receives 2.6 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 40°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 39°C.

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