Antofagasta Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Antofagasta, Antofagasta Region, Chile. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in Antofagasta vary. From a high of 310 hours in January, to a low of 201 hours in June, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3035 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between January (10.3 hours per day) and June (6.7 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Antofagasta vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Antofagasta enjoys an average of 3035 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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.

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

Perth, Australia, enjoys 3180 hours of sunshine annually, the highest among major Australian cities.

Related Climate Data for Antofagasta

June, Antofagasta’s wettest month, receives 1.7 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month January 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 Antofagasta Precipitation page.