Providencia 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 Providencia, San José Province, Costa Rica. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Providencia, timing is key. In March, you can enjoy up to 270 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 148 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2412 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Providencia. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.0 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Providencia vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Providencia enjoys an average of 2412 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

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.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Providencia

October, Providencia’s wettest month, receives 203 mm (8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month February 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 Providencia Precipitation page.