The 10 most alternative cities in South America
Discover South America's top 10 alternative cities! From Valparaíso's vibrant streets to La Paz's high-altitude charm and Medellín's innovative spirit.
The amount of sunshine is fundamental to comprehending a place's climate. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Vicuña, Coquimbo Region, Chile. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.
If you're visiting Vicuña, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 250 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of May provide just 142 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2204 hours.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Vicuña. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.3 hours, May marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day.
Vicuña enjoys an average of 2204 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, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.
June, Vicuña’s wettest month, receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Vicuña Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Vicuña - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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The 10 most alternative cities in South America
Discover South America's top 10 alternative cities! From Valparaíso's vibrant streets to La Paz's high-altitude charm and Medellín's innovative spirit.
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