Oñate 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 Oñate, Basque Country, Spain. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Oñate. Expect long, bright days with 199 hours in July and darker periods with just 80 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1745 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Oñate serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Oñate vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Oñate enjoys an average of 1745 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Related Climate Data for Oñate

November, Oñate’s wettest month, receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F).

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