Average Monthly Sunshine in São Gonçalo

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

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in São Gonçalo vary. From a high of 238 hours in August, to a low of 152 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 2315 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between August (7.9 hours per day) and December (5.1 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

São Gonçalo’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

São Gonçalo enjoys an average of 2315 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, there are approximately 2801 hours of sunshine annually, highlighting its warm and sunny Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 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.

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Other climate information

December, São Gonçalo’s wettest month, receives 11 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C.

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