Curicó 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 Curicó, Maule Region, Chile. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Curicó, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 356 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 71 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2436 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Curicó, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.9 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 2.4 hours per day.

Curicó vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Curicó enjoys an average of 2436 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Curicó

June, Curicó’s wettest month, receives 4.5 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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