Average Monthly Sunshine in Valentia

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Valentia 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 Valentia, timing is key. In May, you can enjoy up to 180 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 40 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1268 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Valentia, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.0 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.3 hours per day.

Valentia’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Valentia enjoys an average of 1268 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, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

December, Valentia’s wettest month, receives 117 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 17°C.

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