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UV climate of Panama: overview

Panama stretches from 8.1° to 9.43° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 10.2 in Alcalde Diaz (peak in April), while in Changuinola the yearly maximum is only ≈ 10.1.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Equatorial27 8.7 9.3 10 10.2 10 9.8 9.9 10.1 10.1 9.8 9.2 8.6 10.2

Calculated clear-sky noon peaks at the average latitude of each zone. In the equatorial belt the UV stays high all year round, with two maxima around the equinoxes. Real values vary with clouds, altitude and ozone.

Sunniest cities in Panama (highest UV)

Alcalde Diaz · 10.2 in April Ancon · 10.2 in April Arraijan · 10.2 in April Cativa · 10.2 in April Chilibre · 10.2 in April

Cities with the mildest sun

Changuinola · max 10.1 Veracruz · max 10.2 Tocumen · max 10.2 Santiago de Veraguas · max 10.2 San Miguelito · max 10.2

When do you need SPF in Panama?

Using Panama City 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 Panama

What is the highest UV index in Panama?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 10.2 — in Alcalde Diaz around April. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Panama is the sunniest?

Alcalde Diaz (peak ≈ 10.2), followed by Ancon and Arraijan. The mildest sun is in Changuinola (max ≈ 10.1).

When is SPF needed in Panama?

In Panama City 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 Panama?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 10.2. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.