Belen (NM) 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 Belen, New Mexico, United States of America. 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 Belen changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3411 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in June and a subtle dip in December.
Daily hours of sunshine
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 12.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 83% of the time during the day in June, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 73%.
Belen vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Belen enjoys an average of 3411 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, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.
Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for Belen
July, Belen’s wettest month, receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 35°C (95°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Belen Precipitation page.
