Paynes Bay 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 Paynes Bay, Saint James, Barbados. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Paynes Bay Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 271 hours of sunshine in March and 216 hours in January, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2947 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. January, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.2 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Paynes Bay vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Paynes Bay enjoys an average of 2947 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Paynes Bay

October, Paynes Bay’s wettest month, receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).

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