Albuquerque (NM) Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Albuquerque changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3411 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in June and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 12.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 83% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 73%.

Albuquerque enjoys an average of 3411 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.

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

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

July, Albuquerque’s wettest month, receives 9.9 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F).

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