Riosa Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Riosa, Asturias, Spain. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Riosa. Expect long, bright days with 178 hours in July and darker periods with just 105 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1762 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Riosa, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.5 hours per day.

Riosa vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Riosa enjoys an average of 1762 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, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Related Climate Data for Riosa

May, Riosa’s wettest month, receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F).

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