Average Monthly Sunshine in Santa Fe (NM)

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Santa Fe 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 Fe changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3389 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in June and a subtle dip in February.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 11.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

Santa Fe enjoys an average of 3389 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, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Beijing, China, has 2505 hours of sunshine annually, with clear, sunny days in winter.

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

Other climate information

July, Santa Fe’s wettest month, receives 20 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 8°C.

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