Zambujeira do Mar Sunshine Hours by Month

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 Zambujeira do Mar, Alentejo, Portugal. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Zambujeira do Mar, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 371 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 156 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2956 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means the city can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 5.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Zambujeira do Mar vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Zambujeira do Mar enjoys an average of 2956 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

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.

Toronto, Canada, sees around 2071 hours of sunshine each year, with especially long, bright summer days.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual sunshine averages 2999 hours, making it one of Australia’s sunniest cities.

Related Climate Data for Zambujeira do Mar

December, Zambujeira do Mar’s wettest month, receives 4.8 mm (0.2 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 Zambujeira do Mar Precipitation page.