The 10 most alternative cities in South America
Discover South America's top 10 alternative cities! From Valparaíso's vibrant streets to La Paz's high-altitude charm and Medellín's innovative spirit.
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 Barra Nova, Ceará, Brazil. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.
Sunshine in Barra Nova varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, October, reaches an impressive 296 hours, while March, the darkest month, offers only 151 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2847 hours.
This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of October under a blue sky, with approximately 9.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in March, with only 5.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Barra Nova enjoys an average of 2847 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.
Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.
Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.
April, Barra Nova’s wettest month, receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Barra Nova Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Barra Nova - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
See the full Barra Nova climate overview or explore weather in Brazil.
Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
The 10 most alternative cities in South America
Discover South America's top 10 alternative cities! From Valparaíso's vibrant streets to La Paz's high-altitude charm and Medellín's innovative spirit.
The 5 most tranquil retreats in the Amazon Rainforest, Brazil
Discover top sustainable lodges in the Amazon. Enjoy unique wildlife, eco-friendly stays, and immersive experiences at Anavilhanas, Cristalino, and more.
Brazil in November: Where Is the Best Weather?
Discover where Brazil has the best weather in November, comparing Fortaleza, Salvador, Rio, São Paulo, Florianópolis, Brasília and Foz do Iguaçu.
An alternative way to discover Rio de Janeiro
Don't feel like seeing the traditional tourist sights in Rio de Janeiro? We have made an overview of the sights in Rio de Janeiro that you must see if you want to visit Rio in an alternative way.