Arco de São Jorge 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 Arco de São Jorge, Madeira Islands, Portugal. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Arco de São Jorge changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2315 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in August and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 7.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 57% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. June has the lowest percentage at 45%.

Arco de São Jorge enjoys an average of 2315 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

December, Arco de São Jorge’s wettest month, receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).

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