Port Maturin 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 Port Maturin, Rodrigues, Mauritius. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Port Maturin changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3043 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in December and a subtle dip in June.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 9.6 hours of daily sun in December, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 7.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Port Maturin vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Port Maturin enjoys an average of 3043 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 2520 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Port Maturin

February, Port Maturin’s wettest month, receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month August 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 Port Maturin Precipitation page.