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UV Index in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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UV climate of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: overview

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines stretches from 13.1287° to 13.1553° latitude (Northern hemisphere), so UV conditions differ a lot from region to region. The clear-sky UV index reaches ≈ 9.8 in Calliaqua (peak in April), while in Kingstown the yearly maximum is only ≈ 9.8.

UV index by month by climate zone

ZoneCitiesJFMAMJJASONDPeak
Tropical2 7.9 8.7 9.4 9.8 9.8 9.7 9.7 9.8 9.7 9.2 8.5 7.9 9.8

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

Sunniest cities in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (highest UV)

Cities with the mildest sun

When do you need SPF in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

Using Kingstown 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 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

What is the highest UV index in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

The calculated clear-sky maximum is ≈ 9.8 — in Calliaqua around April. Values above this occur only near the equator and in high mountains.

Which city in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is the sunniest?

Calliaqua (peak ≈ 9.8), followed by Kingstown and
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. The mildest sun is in Kingstown (max ≈ 9.8).

When is SPF needed in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

In Kingstown 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 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

No — the local maximum is ≈ 9.8. UV 11+ occurs only near the equator, in deserts and high mountains.