UV Index in Cocle del Norte, Panama

Last updated: May 3, 2025

In Cocle del Norte, Panama, awareness of the UV Index is crucial for protecting your skin and overall health. With the region's tropical Am climate, residents and visitors face significant UV exposure, especially during peak hours. Understanding UV levels helps prevent sunburns and long-term skin damage, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful outdoors without compromising your health. Notably, the UV Index can reach a maximum of 14 around noon, emphasizing the need for vigilance in sun safety to ensure you can bask in the sun’s warmth wisely.

Hourly UV Index in Cocle del Norte

At dawn, the UV Index (UVI) starts gently, peaking at 1 by 7:00 AM. As the sun rises, we see a gradual increase, hitting 3 at 8:00 AM and surging to 6 by 9:00 AM. The midday sun brings its intensity, with the UVI reaching a striking 14 by 12:00 PM, making it crucial to seek shade or wear sunscreen. It remains high, measuring 13 at 1:00 PM, before beginning to taper off in the afternoon. By 4:00 PM, the index drops to 4, and as the day winds down, it settles back to 1 by 5:00 PM and 0 after 7:00 PM. This data reflects the clear importance of midday sun safety!

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	3	moderate	30 min
09:00	6	high	25 min
10:00	9	very high	15 min
11:00	12	extreme	10 min
12:00	14	extreme	10 min
13:00	13	extreme	10 min
14:00	11	extreme	10 min
15:00	7	high	25 min
16:00	4	moderate	30 min
17:00	1	low	45 min
18:00	1	low	45 min
19:00	0	low	45 min

Monthly UV Index Trends in Cocle del Norte

Throughout the year, the UV Index in the region remains notably high, with extreme exposure categories dominating from January to November. The highest UV Index, reaching 14 to 15, occurs from March to May, designating these months as particularly high-risk for sunburn, with a burn time of just 10 minutes. Even during the slightly lower indexes in November (UV Index 11) and December (UV Index 10), caution is advised, as November's burn time is still only 10 minutes, and December extends it to 15 minutes under very high conditions. Visitors and residents are urged to take protective measures, such as wearing sunscreen, sunglasses, and protective clothing, especially during these peak months, to minimize the risk of skin damage.

Monthly Maximum UV Index for Cocle del Norte, Panama

The monthly maximum UV Index (UVI) represents the highest UV radiation level recorded each month in Cocle del Norte. 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 Cocle del Norte, 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 Cocle del Norte UV Index with Other Panama Cities

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

Cocle del Norte's solar exposure compared to other cities in Panama. Generated using Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information.
	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Arraijan UVI	12	13	14	15	14	13	14	13	13	13	11	10
Juan Diaz UVI	12	13	14	15	14	13	14	13	13	13	11	10
San Miguelito UVI	12	13	14	15	14	13	14	13	13	13	11	10
Panama UVI	12	13	14	15	14	13	14	13	13	13	11	10
Cocle del Norte	11	13	14	15	14	13	13	13	13	13	11	10
David UVI	12	13	14	15	14	13	14	13	14	14	12	11