Islita Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Islita, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Islita. Expect long, bright days with 282 hours in March and darker periods with just 156 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2489 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Islita, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.4 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 5.2 hours per day.

Islita vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Islita enjoys an average of 2489 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Islita

October, Islita’s wettest month, receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

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