UV Index in Xiamen

Real-time UV forecast & tanning weather

Current Conditions

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8

Very High

UV Index

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32°C

Temperature

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Clear sky

Conditions

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Peak Tanning Window 1PM • UV 9

Hourly UV Forecast

0

6AM

1

7AM

3

8AM

5

9AM

7

10AM

8

11AM

9

12PM

9

1PM

8

NOW

7

3PM

5

4PM

3

5PM

1

6PM

0

7PM

0

8PM

0

9PM

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

16-Day UV Forecast

9

Mon 1

Excellent

9

Tue 2

Excellent

8

Wed 3

Excellent

9

Thu 4

Excellent

8

Fri 5

Excellent

8

Sat 6

Excellent

7

Sun 7

Excellent

4

Mon 8

Good

4

Tue 9

Fair

2

Wed 10

Poor

1

Thu 11

Poor

3

Fri 12

Poor

8

Sat 13

Excellent

3

Sun 14

Poor

3

Mon 15

Poor

2

Tue 16

Poor

Location & Climate

In Xiamen, UV rises from 6 in January to 11 in June, with peak tanning months being May, June, July, August, September. Expect the strongest sun between late spring and early fall.

UV levels vary significantly by season. Summer months bring high UV that requires careful protection, while winter UV is generally low enough for minimal concern.

During the peak tanning season, use SPF 30-50 depending on the time of day. In winter months, SPF 15-30 is usually sufficient for daily protection.

Tanning Tips

Xiamen enjoys strong UV from spring through fall. Peak tanning season runs March to November, with UV often exceeding 8.

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Monthly UV Index in Xiamen

Average daily maximum UV index by month

Jan

6

Feb

6

Mar

7

Apr

9

May

10

Jun

11

Jul

11

Aug

11

Sep

10

Oct

9

Nov

7

Dec

6

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Best Months to Tan in Xiamen

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

March Great April Excellent May Excellent June Excellent July Excellent August Excellent September Excellent October Excellent November Great

Rating based on average monthly UV index

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UV index in Xiamen right now?

The current UV index in Xiamen 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 Xiamen?

The best months for tanning in Xiamen are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, when average UV levels reach 7 or higher.

How long should I tan in Xiamen?

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 Xiamen?

UV levels in Xiamen 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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UV Index in Xiamen

Current Conditions

Hourly UV Forecast

16-Day UV Forecast

Location & Climate

Tanning Tips

Monthly UV Index in Xiamen

Best Months to Tan in Xiamen

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Tanning Tools & Calculators

Frequently Asked Questions

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