Portinatx Sunshine Hours by Month

To truly understand a climate, we must look at its sunshine. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Portinatx, Balearic Islands, Spain. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Portinatx, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 340 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 152 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2763 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Portinatx. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 79% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. January has the lowest percentage at 52%.

Portinatx enjoys an average of 2763 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.

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.

November, Portinatx’s wettest month, receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month July 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 Portinatx Precipitation page.