Santa Lucia Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Santa Lucia, Tuscany, Italy. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Santa Lucia, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 316 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 93 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2273 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Santa Lucia vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Santa Lucia enjoys an average of 2273 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 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.

Related Climate Data for Santa Lucia

November, Santa Lucia’s wettest month, receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).

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