Mitú Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Mitú, Vaupés Department, Colombia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Mitú changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 1433 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in January and a subtle dip in June.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 4.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 3.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Mitú vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Mitú enjoys an average of 1433 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Mitú

May, Mitú’s wettest month, receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month January 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 Mitú Precipitation page.