Funchal 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 Funchal, Madeira Islands, Madeira. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Funchal Nusa Penida experiences both sunny and cloudy or rainy periods, with some seasonal variation. It receives approximately 238 hours of sunshine in August and 152 hours in December, contributing to a total annual sunshine amount of 2315 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between August (7.9 hours per day) and December (5.1 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Average percent of sunshine

On average the sun shines 57% of the time during the day in August, the highest percentage of any month. June has the lowest percentage at 45%.

Funchal enjoys an average of 2315 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average sunshine is 1780 hours, with cloudier weather in summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

December, Funchal’s wettest month, receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°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 Funchal Precipitation page.