UV Index in Basse Santa Su, Upper River, The Gambia

· Africa/Banjul

10.5
Very High · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:41:31 PM) the sun reaches 65.9° above the horizon in Basse Santa Su. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 10.5 (very high). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.

☀️ Sun Safety: When the UV index is high, protect yourself with sunscreen, shade, and a hat. Values of 6 or more indicate increased sunburn risk!

UV index in Basse Santa Su, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
65.9° 10.5 Very High —
65.5° 10.4 Very High —
65.2° 10.4 Very High —
64.8° 10.3 Very High —
64.5° 10.2 Very High —
64.1° 10.1 Very High —
63.8° 10.1 Very High —
63.5° 10.0 Very High —
63.1° 9.9 Very High —
62.8° 9.9 Very High —
62.5° 9.8 Very High —
62.2° 9.7 Very High —
61.9° 9.6 Very High —
61.5° 9.6 Very High —

Clear-sky values are calculated from the sun's height at solar noon (cloud-free sky, average ozone). Forecast values from Open-Meteo include clouds and load in your browser.

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The UV index in Basse Santa Su measures the intensity of ultraviolet radiation reaching the ground. Values below 3 are considered low risk, while 6 and above require sun protection such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and shade. The clear-sky value shows how strong the sun can get on each day; the forecast shows what is expected with clouds. See today's sunrise and sunset times for Basse Santa Su or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Basse Santa Su.

About Basse Santa Su

Basse Santa Su is located in the Upper River region of The Gambia. The city is positioned along the Gambia River, serving as a significant administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding area. The Samba Juma Bridge is a notable road bridge located within the city. Aside from these features, the area functions primarily as a regional centre for trade and transport in the eastern part of the country.

AI-assisted description based on geographic data and editorial notes.