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UV Index in Gambia

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UV climate of Gambia: overview

Gambia stretches from 13.2019° to 13.5667° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 9.8 in Abuko (peak in April), while in Welingara the yearly maximum is only ≈ 9.8.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Tropical33 7.9 8.6 9.4 9.8 9.8 9.7 9.7 9.8 9.7 9.1 8.4 7.8 9.8

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

Sunniest cities in Gambia (highest UV)

Abuko · 9.8 in April Bakau · 9.8 in April Bakau New Town · 9.8 in April Bakoti · 9.8 in April Banjul · 9.8 in April

Cities with the mildest sun

Welingara · max 9.8 Tanji · max 9.8 Talinding · max 9.8 Sukuta · max 9.8 Soma · max 9.8

When do you need SPF in Gambia?

Using Serekunda 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 Gambia

What is the highest UV index in Gambia?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 9.8 — in Abuko around April. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Gambia is the sunniest?

Abuko (peak ≈ 9.8), followed by Bakau and Bakau New Town. The mildest sun is in Welingara (max ≈ 9.8).

When is SPF needed in Gambia?

In Serekunda 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 Gambia?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 9.8. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.