Parrita Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Parrita, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Parrita varies. It peaks at 270 hours in March and drops to 148 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2412 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Parrita, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.0 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.9 hours per day.

Parrita vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Parrita enjoys an average of 2412 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Stockholm, Sweden, receives approximately 1907 hours of sunshine annually.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Parrita

August, Parrita’s wettest month, receives 119 mm (4.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F).

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