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UV climate of Sao Tome and Principe: overview

Sao Tome and Principe stretches from 0.3376° to 0.3376° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 10.9 in Sao Tome (peak in March), while in Sao Tome the yearly maximum is only ≈ 10.9.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Equatorial1 10.1 10.6 10.9 10.7 10.3 10 10.1 10.6 10.8 10.8 10.4 10 10.9

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 Sao Tome and Principe (highest UV)

Cities with the mildest sun

When do you need SPF in Sao Tome and Principe?

Using Sao Tome 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 Sao Tome and Principe

What is the highest UV index in Sao Tome and Principe?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 10.9 — in Sao Tome around March. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Sao Tome and Principe is the sunniest?

Sao Tome (peak ≈ 10.9), followed by
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. The mildest sun is in Sao Tome (max ≈ 10.9).

When is SPF needed in Sao Tome and Principe?

In Sao Tome 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 Sao Tome and Principe?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 10.9. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.