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The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Cala Ratjada, Balearic Islands, Spain. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.
Sunshine in Cala Ratjada varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 320 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 151 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2727 hours.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Cala Ratjada serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.0 hours of daily sunlight.
On average the sun shines 80% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 58%.
Cala Ratjada enjoys an average of 2727 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 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.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
November, Cala Ratjada’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 27°C (81°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Cala Ratjada Precipitation page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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