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UV Index in Jordan

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UV climate of Jordan: overview

Jordan stretches from 29.5267° to 33.3141° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 8.5 in Aqaba (peak in June), while in Rukban the yearly maximum is only ≈ 8.3.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Subtropical34 4.3 5.3 6.6 7.6 8.2 8.4 8.3 7.9 7.2 6.1 5 4.2 8.4

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

Sunniest cities in Jordan (highest UV)

Aqaba · 8.5 in June 'Ajlun · 8.4 in June Al Fuhays · 8.4 in June Al Jubayhah · 8.4 in June Amman · 8.4 in June

Cities with the mildest sun

Rukban · max 8.3 Judita · max 8.3 Irbid · max 8.3 Aydun · max 8.3 Ar Ramtha · max 8.3

When do you need SPF in Jordan?

Using Amman as a reference: the UV index reaches 6+ in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. 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 Jordan

What is the highest UV index in Jordan?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 8.5 — in Aqaba around June. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Jordan is the sunniest?

Aqaba (peak ≈ 8.5), followed by 'Ajlun and Al Fuhays. The mildest sun is in Rukban (max ≈ 8.3).

When is SPF needed in Jordan?

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

Is UV 11+ possible in Jordan?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 8.5. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.