Retalhuleu 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 Retalhuleu, Guatemala. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Retalhuleu Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 249 hours of sunshine in March and 152 hours in June, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2445 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 8.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Retalhuleu enjoys an average of 2445 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

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

September, Retalhuleu’s wettest month, receives 136 mm (5.4 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F).

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