Cape Verde: Discover the largest island of Santiago
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Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Assomada, Santiago Island, Cape Verde. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
While the amount of sunshine in Assomada changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2926 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in August.
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 10.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. August, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
Assomada enjoys an average of 2926 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 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.
September, Assomada’s wettest month, receives 77 mm (3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Assomada Precipitation page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Cape Verde: Discover the largest island of Santiago
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