Salina Cruz Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine is key to understanding how a place experiences its seasons. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca, Mexico. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Salina Cruz, timing is key. In March, you can enjoy up to 281 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of September provide just 155 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2687 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Salina Cruz. While March receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.4 hours, September marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Salina Cruz vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Salina Cruz enjoys an average of 2687 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, 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.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

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

Related Climate Data for Salina Cruz

June, Salina Cruz’s wettest month, receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F).

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