Praia do Carvoeiro Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Praia do Carvoeiro, Portugal. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Praia do Carvoeiro. Expect long, bright days with 381 hours in July and darker periods with just 156 hours in January. The total annual amount of sun is 3023 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Praia do Carvoeiro serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 5.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Praia do Carvoeiro vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Praia do Carvoeiro enjoys an average of 3023 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

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

Related Climate Data for Praia do Carvoeiro

December, Praia do Carvoeiro’s wettest month, receives 2.6 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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