Average Monthly Sunshine in El Hierro

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting El Hierro, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 235 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of January provide just 141 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2341 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.

El Hierro’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

El Hierro enjoys an average of 2341 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

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

Other climate information

December, El Hierro’s wettest month, receives 5.4 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 23°C.

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