Punta del Este Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Punta del Este, Maldonado, Uruguay. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Punta del Este, timing is key. In December, you can enjoy up to 288 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of June provide just 105 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2349 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Punta del Este serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 3.5 hours of daily sunlight.

Punta del Este enjoys an average of 2349 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, 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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

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

April, Punta del Este’s wettest month, receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F).

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