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UV Index in Mauritius

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UV climate of Mauritius: overview

Mauritius stretches from -20.4081° to -20.0384° latitude (Southern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 9.3 in Baie du Tombeau (peak in January), while in Vacoas the yearly maximum is only ≈ 9.3. As in the whole Southern hemisphere, the sun is strongest from November to February — opposite to Europe and North America.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Tropical14 9.3 9.2 8.7 7.8 6.9 6.3 6.5 7.4 8.3 9 9.2 9.3 9.3

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

Sunniest cities in Mauritius (highest UV)

Baie du Tombeau · 9.3 in January Bambous · 9.3 in January Beau Bassin-Rose Hill · 9.3 in January Bel Air Riviere Seche · 9.3 in January Centre de Flacq · 9.3 in January

Cities with the mildest sun

Vacoas · max 9.3 Triolet · max 9.3 Saint Pierre · max 9.3 Quatre Bornes · max 9.3 Port Louis · max 9.3

When do you need SPF in Mauritius?

Using Port Louis 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 Mauritius

What is the highest UV index in Mauritius?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 9.3 — in Baie du Tombeau around January. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Mauritius is the sunniest?

Baie du Tombeau (peak ≈ 9.3), followed by Bambous and Beau Bassin-Rose Hill. The mildest sun is in Vacoas (max ≈ 9.3).

When is SPF needed in Mauritius?

In Port Louis 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 Mauritius?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 9.3. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.