Average Monthly Sunshine in Iquique
The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Iquique receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.
Monthly hours of sunshine
If you're visiting Iquique, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 315 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of July provide just 157 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2830 hours.
Daily hours of sunshine
In Iquique, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.5 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 5.2 hours per day.
Iquique’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities
Iquique enjoys an average of 2830 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.
Manchester, UK, experiences just around 1420 hours of sunshine annually.
In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Other climate information
June, Iquique’s wettest month, receives 4.1 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 24°C.
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Iquique Precipitation page.