Average Monthly Sunshine in Paramaribo

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Paramaribo 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 Paramaribo changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2568 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in October and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 9.0 hours of daily sun in October, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in February, with about 5.9 hours of daily sunlight.

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

Paramaribo enjoys an average of 2568 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 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.

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

Other climate information

May, Paramaribo’s wettest month, receives 64 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 34°C.

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