Average Monthly Sunshine in Zafferana Etnea

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Zafferana Etnea 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 Zafferana Etnea, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 315 hours of sunshine, while the less sunny days of January provide just 111 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2433 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.5 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.

Zafferana Etnea’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Zafferana Etnea enjoys an average of 2433 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, dark winter 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.

Other climate information

October, Zafferana Etnea’s wettest month, receives 31 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 29°C.

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