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UV Index in North Macedonia

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UV climate of North Macedonia: overview

North Macedonia stretches from 41.0323° to 42.202° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 7.9 in Bitola (peak in June), while in Zelino the yearly maximum is only ≈ 7.9.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Temperate38 3 4 5.4 6.8 7.5 7.9 7.8 7.2 6.2 4.9 3.7 2.9 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 North Macedonia (highest UV)

Bitola · 7.9 in June Bogovinje · 7.9 in June Brvenica · 7.9 in June Butel · 7.9 in June Cair · 7.9 in June

Cities with the mildest sun

Zelino · max 7.9 Vinica · max 7.9 Veles · max 7.9 Tetovo · max 7.9 Tearce · max 7.9

When do you need SPF in North Macedonia?

Using Skopje 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 North Macedonia

What is the highest UV index in North Macedonia?

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

Which city in North Macedonia is the sunniest?

Bitola (peak ≈ 7.9), followed by Bogovinje and Brvenica. The mildest sun is in Zelino (max ≈ 7.9).

When is SPF needed in North Macedonia?

In Skopje 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 North Macedonia?

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