Masaya Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Masaya, Masaya Region, Nicaragua. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Masaya varies. It peaks at 290 hours in March and drops to 152 hours in July. The total annual amount of sun is 2773 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Masaya serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 9.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in July, offering only 5.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Masaya vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Masaya enjoys an average of 2773 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Masaya

October, Masaya’s wettest month, receives 28 mm (1.1 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 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 Masaya Precipitation page.