Cayambe 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 Cayambe, Ecuador. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Cayambe varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, August, reaches an impressive 257 hours, while March, the darkest month, offers only 122 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2235 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Cayambe serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in August with an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in March, offering only 4.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Cayambe vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Cayambe enjoys an average of 2235 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.

Related Climate Data for Cayambe

April, Cayambe’s wettest month, receives 181 mm (7.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F).

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