Average Monthly Sunshine in Quarteira

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Quarteira receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Quarteira. Expect long, bright days with 361 hours in July and darker periods with just 158 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 3135 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Quarteira, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.0 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.3 hours per day.

Quarteira’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Quarteira enjoys an average of 3135 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.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

December, Quarteira’s wettest month, receives 1 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C.

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