Average Monthly Sunshine in Maldonado

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Maldonado receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Maldonado. Expect long, bright days with 288 hours in December and darker periods with just 105 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2349 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Maldonado, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.6 hours in December. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 3.5 hours per day.

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

Maldonado enjoys an average of 2349 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

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

Other climate information

April, Maldonado’s wettest month, receives 71 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 26°C.

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