Average Monthly Sunshine in Santa Elena

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Santa Elena changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 2767 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in May and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between May (9.2 hours per day) and December (6.8 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Santa Elena’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Santa Elena enjoys an average of 2767 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, enjoys an impressive 2920 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal destination even in winter.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Other climate information

September, Santa Elena’s wettest month, receives 49 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 35°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 35°C.

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