Alcabideche Sunshine Hours by Month
In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Alcabideche, Portugal. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Alcabideche. Expect long, bright days with 385 hours in July and darker periods with just 162 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 3091 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Alcabideche, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.4 hours per day.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 85% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 53%.
Alcabideche vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Alcabideche enjoys an average of 3091 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
Related Climate Data for Alcabideche
November, Alcabideche’s wettest month, receives 5.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Alcabideche Precipitation page.
