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UV climate of Gibraltar: overview

Gibraltar stretches from 36.1447° to 36.1447° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 8.2 in Gibraltar (peak in June), while in Gibraltar the yearly maximum is only ≈ 8.2.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Temperate1 3.7 4.8 6.1 7.3 7.9 8.2 8.1 7.6 6.8 5.6 4.4 3.6 8.2

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

Sunniest cities in Gibraltar (highest UV)

Cities with the mildest sun

When do you need SPF in Gibraltar?

Using Gibraltar as a reference: the UV index reaches 6+ in March, 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 Gibraltar

What is the highest UV index in Gibraltar?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 8.2 — in Gibraltar around June. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Gibraltar is the sunniest?

Gibraltar (peak ≈ 8.2), followed by
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. The mildest sun is in Gibraltar (max ≈ 8.2).

When is SPF needed in Gibraltar?

In Gibraltar and similar latitudes the UV reaches 6+ in March, 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 Gibraltar?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 8.2. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.