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In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Gamboa, Panama. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.
If you're visiting Gamboa, timing is key. In February, you can enjoy up to 247 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of September provide just 100 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1748 hours.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Gamboa serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in February with an average of 8.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in September, offering only 3.3 hours of daily sunlight.
Gamboa enjoys an average of 1748 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.
Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.
In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
September, Gamboa’s wettest month, receives 119 mm (4.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Gamboa Precipitation page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine
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