Chintsa Sunshine Hours by Month
Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Chintsa, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.
Monthly hours of sunshine
While the amount of sunshine in Chintsa changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2626 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in December and a subtle dip in February.
Daily hours of sunshine
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. December sees up to 8.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
Average percent of sunshine
On average the sun shines 76% of the time during the day in July, the highest percentage of any month. October has the lowest percentage at 52%.
Chintsa vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Chintsa enjoys an average of 2626 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.
Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Chintsa
February, Chintsa’s wettest month, receives 102 mm (4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Chintsa Precipitation page.
