Zumaia Sunshine Hours by Month

When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Zumaia, Basque Country, Spain. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Those who love seasonal contrasts will appreciate Zumaia. Expect long, bright days with 199 hours in July and darker periods with just 80 hours in December. The total annual amount of sun is 1745 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Zumaia serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Zumaia vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Zumaia enjoys an average of 1745 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, 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.

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

Related Climate Data for Zumaia

November, Zumaia’s wettest month, receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month July 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 Zumaia Precipitation page.