UV Index in Port Louis

Real-time UV forecast & tanning weather

Current Conditions

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Moderate
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26°C
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Mainly clear
Conditions
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Peak Tanning Window 1PM • UV 6

Hourly UV Forecast

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Low 0–2 Moderate 3–5 High 6–7 Very High 8–10 Extreme 11+

16-Day UV Forecast

6
Mon 1
Excellent
6
Tue 2
Excellent
6
Wed 3
Excellent
6
Thu 4
Excellent
6
Fri 5
Excellent
5
Sat 6
Excellent
5
Sun 7
Excellent
5
Mon 8
Excellent
5
Tue 9
Excellent
5
Wed 10
Excellent
5
Thu 11
Excellent
5
Fri 12
Excellent
4
Sat 13
Fair
5
Sun 14
Excellent
5
Mon 15
Excellent
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Tue 16
Excellent

Location & Climate

In Port Louis, UV rises from 6 in June to 11 in January, with peak tanning months being January, February, March, November, December. The strongest UV occurs during the southern hemisphere summer months.

Island and coastal UV is intensified by reflection from water and sand. Use SPF 30+ even in the water, and limit initial sessions to 15 minutes.

In this tropical location, SPF 50+ broad-spectrum sunscreen is essential year-round. Reapply every 60-90 minutes, especially after swimming or sweating.

Tanning Tips

UV levels in Port Louis are high year-round due to its tropical location. Always wear SPF 30+ and limit initial sessions to 15-20 minutes.

Weather data by Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)

Monthly UV Index in Port Louis

Average daily maximum UV index by month

Jan
11
Feb
11
Mar
10
Apr
9
May
7
Jun
6
Jul
6
Aug
6
Sep
7
Oct
9
Nov
10
Dec
11
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Best Months to Tan in Port Louis

Based on average UV levels, the best months for tanning in Port Louis are:

January Excellent February Excellent March Excellent April Excellent May Great September Great October Excellent November Excellent December Excellent

Rating based on average monthly UV index

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UV index in Port Louis right now?
The current UV index in Port Louis is shown in the live weather section above. UV levels change throughout the day, typically peaking between 11 AM and 2 PM local time.
What is the best month to tan in Port Louis?
The best months for tanning in Port Louis are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December, when average UV levels reach 7 or higher.
How long should I tan in Port Louis?
Tanning time depends on your skin type and the current UV index. For a moderate UV of 9, a person with Skin Type III (medium complexion) can safely tan for about 17 minutes per session. Use our Tanning Calculator for personalized recommendations.
Is it safe to tan in UV index 11?
UV index 11 is classified as Extreme. Extreme — stay in shade during peak hours. Tanning is not recommended without strong protection.
When is the peak UV time in Port Louis?
UV levels in Port Louis typically peak between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM local time. The exact peak depends on the season, cloud cover, and altitude.

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