Average Monthly Sunshine in Santa Maria

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Santa Maria, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 332 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of December provide just 112 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2493 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.1 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.7 hours.

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

Santa Maria enjoys an average of 2493 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

December, Santa Maria’s wettest month, receives 24 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C.

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