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UV Index in Turks and Caicos Islands

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UV climate of Turks and Caicos Islands: overview

Turks and Caicos Islands stretches from 21.4612° to 21.7825° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 9.2 in Cockburn Town (peak in May), while in Providenciales the yearly maximum is only ≈ 9.2.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Tropical2 6.3 7.2 8.2 8.9 9.1 9.2 9.2 9.1 8.7 7.8 6.9 6.2 9.2

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

Sunniest cities in Turks and Caicos Islands (highest UV)

Cities with the mildest sun

When do you need SPF in Turks and Caicos Islands?

Using Providenciales 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 Turks and Caicos Islands

What is the highest UV index in Turks and Caicos Islands?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 9.2 — in Cockburn Town around May. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Turks and Caicos Islands is the sunniest?

Cockburn Town (peak ≈ 9.2), followed by Providenciales and
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. The mildest sun is in Providenciales (max ≈ 9.2).

When is SPF needed in Turks and Caicos Islands?

In Providenciales 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 Turks and Caicos Islands?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 9.2. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.