Maçanet de la Selva Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Maçanet de la Selva, Catalonia, Spain. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Maçanet de la Selva varies. It peaks at 287 hours in July and drops to 132 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 2312 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Maçanet de la Selva. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Maçanet de la Selva vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Maçanet de la Selva enjoys an average of 2312 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 Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Maçanet de la Selva

October, Maçanet de la Selva’s wettest month, receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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