UV Index in Jaboticabal, Brazil

Last updated: June 2, 2025

Staying informed about the UV Index in Jaboticabal, Brazil, is essential for protecting your skin and overall health. Understanding UV levels helps you gauge the risk of sunburn and long-term skin damage, allowing you to take proactive measures. With its tropical climate and high sun exposure, Jaboticabal often experiences UV index peaks during midday hours, where values can climb to 7. This makes awareness of local UV conditions vital to ensure you enjoy the beautiful sunny days safely.

Hourly UV Index in Jaboticabal

The UV Index data for the day reveals a dynamic pattern of sun exposure. Starting off at a low level, both 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM maintain a mere index of 1, indicating minimal UV radiation. As the sun climbs higher, 9:00 AM sees the index rise to 3, gradually peaking at 12:00 PM with an intense 7, suggesting it's time for sun protection. The afternoon hours show a slight decline, with 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM still holding strong at 6 and 5 respectively. As the day winds down, the index drops sharply after 3:00 PM, falling back to a 1 by 4:00 PM and eventually reaching 0 by 6:00 PM, marking a safe return from the sun's harsh rays. It's a reminder of the importance of sun safety during those midday hours!

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
Time	UVI	Category	Time to Burn
07:00	1	low	45 min
08:00	1	low	45 min
09:00	3	moderate	30 min
10:00	4	moderate	30 min
11:00	6	high	25 min
12:00	7	high	25 min
13:00	6	high	25 min
14:00	5	moderate	30 min
15:00	3	moderate	30 min
16:00	1	low	45 min
17:00	1	low	45 min
18:00	0	low	45 min
19:00	0	low	45 min

Monthly UV Index Trends in Jaboticabal

The UV Index shows significant seasonal variation, with extremely high levels persisting from January to April and then again in September to December. High-risk months include January, February, March, April, September, October, November, and December, where the UV Index remains at 13 or above, indicating a burn time of just 10 minutes. Even during the summer months, while the risk drops slightly to a very high level in May, July, and August, visitors and residents should remain vigilant. It is crucial to take protective measures, such as wearing sunscreen, seeking shade, and wearing protective clothing during these periods of high UV exposure, particularly in the peak months.

Monthly Maximum UV Index for Jaboticabal, Brazil

The monthly maximum UV Index (UVI) represents the highest UV radiation level recorded each month in Jaboticabal. It measures the strength of ultraviolet radiation from the sun and helps assess the risk of sunburn and UV-related health issues.

Data source: Statistical UV Index data for Jaboticabal, based on information from the Copernicus Climate Change Service.

UV Risk Categories

Extreme (11+): Avoid the sun, stay in shade.
Very High (8-10): Limit sun exposure.
High (6-7): Use SPF 30+ and protective clothing.
Moderate (3-5): Midday shade recommended.
Low (0-2): No protection needed.

Compare Jaboticabal UV Index with Other Brazil Cities

The table above highlights how UV exposure in Jaboticabal compares to other major locations across Brazil. This comparison helps travelers and residents better understand regional sun intensity and plan outdoor activities with sun safety in mind.

Jaboticabal's solar exposure compared to other cities in Brazil. Generated using Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information.
	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Rio de Janeiro UVI	15	14	13	10	7	6	7	9	11	12	13	15
Sao Paulo UVI	16	15	12	11	8	6	7	9	11	13	14	15
Jaboticabal	16	16	13	11	8	7	8	10	12	14	14	16
Belo Horizonte UVI	17	16	14	12	9	7	8	10	12	13	14	16
Salvador UVI	14	14	14	13	10	9	9	12	12	15	15	14
Fortaleza UVI	14	14	15	15	13	11	11	12	13	13	13	13