UV Index in Banigbé, Benin

Latitude6.65°N
Elevation49m
ClimateEquatorial
UV Patterntropical

Hot and humid year-round with consistent high UV levels. Minimal seasonal variation in sun intensity.

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Typical UV by Season

Estimated peak UV values based on latitude (Northern Hemisphere)

Spring

Mar - May

~11Extreme

Summer

Jun - Aug

~12Extreme

Fall

Sep - Nov

~11Extreme

Winter

Dec - Feb

~10Very High

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Understanding UV in Banigbé

The UV index measures ultraviolet radiation strength. Higher values mean faster vitamin D production but also greater sunburn risk. UV varies by:

  • Season - Sun angle changes throughout the year
  • Time of day - Peak UV is between 10am and 4pm
  • Cloud cover - Clouds reduce UV by 25-50%
  • Altitude - UV increases ~10% per 1000m elevation