Rio Claro Sunshine Hours by Month

The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Rio Claro, São Paulo State, Brazil. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Rio Claro vary. From a high of 288 hours in March, to a low of 209 hours in June, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2810 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. March sees up to 9.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

Rio Claro vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Rio Claro enjoys an average of 2810 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, Tromsø , Norway, receives only about 1270 hours of sunshine per year, known for the polar night with no sunlight for weeks during winter.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Rio Claro

January, Rio Claro’s wettest month, receives 243 mm (9.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F).

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