Araras Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Araras, São Paulo State, Brazil. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Araras changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2810 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in March and a subtle dip in June.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Araras vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Araras enjoys an average of 2810 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.

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 Araras

January, Araras’s wettest month, receives 227 mm (8.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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