Algar 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 Algar, Andalucía, Spain. 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 Algar. Expect long, bright days with 326 hours in July and darker periods with just 135 hours in November. The total annual amount of sun is 2698 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Algar, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 4.5 hours per day.

Algar vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Algar enjoys an average of 2698 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Algar

December, Algar’s wettest month, receives 2.1 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F).

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