Fernando de Noronha Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Fernando de Noronha, Pernambuco, Brazil. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Fernando de Noronha vary. From a high of 286 hours in October, to a low of 190 hours in March, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2915 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. October sees up to 9.5 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. March, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Fernando de Noronha vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Fernando de Noronha enjoys an average of 2915 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.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Fernando de Noronha

April, Fernando de Noronha’s wettest month, receives 299 mm (12 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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