Herradura 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 Herradura, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Herradura, timing is key. In March, you can enjoy up to 282 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 156 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2489 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Herradura. While March receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Herradura vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Herradura enjoys an average of 2489 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Herradura

October, Herradura’s wettest month, receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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