Curitiba Sunshine Hours by Month
Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
While the amount of sunshine in Curitiba changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 1854 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in August and a subtle dip in September.
Daily hours of sunshine
Enjoy up to 5.8 hours of daily sun in August, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in September, with about 4.2 hours of daily sunlight.
Curitiba vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
Curitiba enjoys an average of 1854 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
Related Climate Data for Curitiba
January, Curitiba’s wettest month, receives 219 mm (8.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Curitiba Precipitation page.
Curitiba Weather by Month
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