Average Monthly Sunshine in Kourou

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 Kourou, French Guiana. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Kourou. Expect long, bright days with 255 hours in September and darker periods with just 89 hours in February. The total annual amount of sun is 1980 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Kourou, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.5 hours in September. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 3.0 hours per day.

Kourou’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Kourou enjoys an average of 1980 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

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

Other climate information

May, Kourou’s wettest month, receives 64 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 31°C.

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