UV Index in Rhodes

Real-time UV forecast & tanning weather

Current Conditions

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Peak Tanning Window 2PM • UV 8

Hourly UV Forecast

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16-Day UV Forecast

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

Location & Climate

Rhodes offers a fantastic tanning climate with very high UV indexes and abundant sunshine from spring through autumn. The island's numerous beaches, from the lively Faliraki to the serene Lindos, are prime spots for tanning, especially around midday.

Tanning Tips

Rhodes has a distinct tanning season from April to September. Winter UV is too low for effective tanning.

Weather data by Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)

Monthly UV Index in Rhodes

Average daily maximum UV index by month

Jan
2
Feb
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Mar
5
Apr
7
May
9
Jun
11
Jul
11
Aug
10
Sep
8
Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Best Months to Tan in Rhodes

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

April Great May Excellent June Excellent July Excellent August Excellent September Great

Rating based on average monthly UV index

Related Guides

Tanning in UV 9-10+ → Aggressive Tanning — What to Know → Safe Tanning Tips → Melanin-Boosting Foods → Best Time of Day to Tan →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UV index in Rhodes right now?
The current UV index in Rhodes 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 Rhodes?
The best months for tanning in Rhodes are April, May, June, July, August, September, when average UV levels reach 7 or higher.
How long should I tan in Rhodes?
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 Rhodes?
UV levels in Rhodes typically peak between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM local time. The exact peak depends on the season, cloud cover, and altitude.

UV Index in Nearby Cities

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Marmaris
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Dalyan
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Datca
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Akyaka
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Gocek
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Tilos
Avg. Peak UV
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