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UV Index in Andorra

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UV climate of Andorra: overview

Andorra stretches from 42.5073° to 42.5078° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 7.9 in Andorra la Vella (peak in June), while in les Escaldes the yearly maximum is only ≈ 7.9.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Temperate2 2.9 3.9 5.3 6.7 7.5 7.9 7.7 7.1 6.1 4.8 3.6 2.8 7.9

Calculated clear-sky noon peaks at the average latitude of each zone. Real values vary with clouds, altitude and ozone.

Sunniest cities in Andorra (highest UV)

Cities with the mildest sun

When do you need SPF in Andorra?

Using Andorra la Vella as a reference: the UV index reaches 6+ in April, May, June, July, August and September. In the sunniest zones (see table) SPF 30–50+ is needed almost year-round; in the mildest — only in late spring and summer.

FAQ: UV index in Andorra

What is the highest UV index in Andorra?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 7.9 — in Andorra la Vella around June. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Andorra is the sunniest?

Andorra la Vella (peak ≈ 7.9), followed by les Escaldes and
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. The mildest sun is in les Escaldes (max ≈ 7.9).

When is SPF needed in Andorra?

In Andorra la Vella and similar latitudes the UV reaches 6+ in April, May, June, July, August and September: use SPF 30–50+ on sunny days. Protection is advised from UV 3.

Is UV 11+ possible in Andorra?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 7.9. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.