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UV climate of Antigua and Barbuda: overview

Antigua and Barbuda stretches from 17.121° to 17.121° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 9.5 in Saint John's (peak in May), while in Saint John's the yearly maximum is only ≈ 9.5.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Tropical1 7.2 8 8.9 9.4 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.5 9.2 8.6 7.8 7.1 9.5

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

Sunniest cities in Antigua and Barbuda (highest UV)

Cities with the mildest sun

When do you need SPF in Antigua and Barbuda?

Using Saint John's as a reference: the UV index reaches 6+ in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. 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 Antigua and Barbuda

What is the highest UV index in Antigua and Barbuda?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 9.5 — in Saint John's around May. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Antigua and Barbuda is the sunniest?

Saint John's (peak ≈ 9.5), followed by
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. The mildest sun is in Saint John's (max ≈ 9.5).

When is SPF needed in Antigua and Barbuda?

In Saint John's and similar latitudes the UV reaches 6+ in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December: use SPF 30–50+ on sunny days. Protection is advised from UV 3.

Is UV 11+ possible in Antigua and Barbuda?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 9.5. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.