Vela Luka Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Vela Luka, Korcula Island, Croatia. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Vela Luka, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 350 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 133 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2720 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Vela Luka serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 4.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Vela Luka vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Vela Luka enjoys an average of 2720 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, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 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.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Vela Luka

November, Vela Luka’s wettest month, receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F).

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