Pola de Somiedo 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 Pola de Somiedo, Asturias, Spain. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Pola de Somiedo. Expect long, bright days with 178 hours in July and darker periods with just 105 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1762 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Pola de Somiedo. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Pola de Somiedo vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Pola de Somiedo enjoys an average of 1762 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

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

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

Related Climate Data for Pola de Somiedo

November, Pola de Somiedo’s wettest month, receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F).

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