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Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Puchuncaví, Valparaíso Region, Chile. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020.
Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Puchuncaví. Expect long, bright days with 280 hours in January and darker periods with just 80 hours in June. The total annual amount of sun is 2129 hours.
This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 9.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 2.7 hours of sunlight per day.
Puchuncaví enjoys an average of 2129 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
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.
June, Puchuncaví’s wettest month, receives 0.8 mm (0.03 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Puchuncaví Precipitation page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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The 10 most alternative cities in South America
Discover South America's top 10 alternative cities! From Valparaíso's vibrant streets to La Paz's high-altitude charm and Medellín's innovative spirit.
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