Holbox Island Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Holbox Island, Quintana Roo, Mexico. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Holbox Island changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2723 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in September.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 8.8 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in September, with about 6.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Holbox Island vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Holbox Island enjoys an average of 2723 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

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.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

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

Related Climate Data for Holbox Island

October, Holbox Island’s wettest month, receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F).

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