Palheiros da Tocha Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Palheiros da Tocha, Portugal. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Sunshine in Palheiros da Tocha varies greatly throughout the year. The sunniest month, July, reaches an impressive 305 hours, while December, the darkest month, offers only 138 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2502 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Palheiros da Tocha, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.2 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.6 hours per day.

Palheiros da Tocha vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Palheiros da Tocha enjoys an average of 2502 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, 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

Related Climate Data for Palheiros da Tocha

November, Palheiros da Tocha’s wettest month, receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°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 Palheiros da Tocha Precipitation page.