Vieira do Minho Sunshine Hours by Month

In climate discussions, the hours of sunlight reveal much about a location. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Vieira do Minho, Norte Region, Portugal. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Vieira do Minho, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 307 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of January provide just 122 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2465 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Vieira do Minho, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.2 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 4.1 hours per day.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 73% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. December has the lowest percentage at 46%.

Vieira do Minho enjoys an average of 2465 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.

Boston, USA, enjoys 2629 hours of sunshine annually, with distinct seasons and many bright, sunny days.

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

December, Vieira do Minho’s wettest month, receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F).

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