León 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 León, Leon Region, Nicaragua. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.
Monthly hours of sunshine
While the amount of sunshine in León changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2593 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in January and a subtle dip in June.
Daily hours of sunshine
This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 8.8 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.6 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.
León vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared
León enjoys an average of 2593 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.
In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.
Related Climate Data for León
October, León’s wettest month, receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 34°C (93°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our León Precipitation page.
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