UV Index in Benavente, Santarém, Portugal

· Europe/Lisbon

3.9
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:19:44 PM) the sun reaches 40.3° above the horizon in Benavente. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.9 (moderate). 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 Benavente, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
40.3° 3.9 Moderate —
40.0° 3.9 Moderate —
39.6° 3.8 Moderate —
39.3° 3.7 Moderate —
38.9° 3.7 Moderate —
38.6° 3.6 Moderate —
38.2° 3.5 Moderate —
37.9° 3.5 Moderate —
37.6° 3.4 Moderate —
37.2° 3.3 Moderate —
36.9° 3.3 Moderate —
36.6° 3.2 Moderate —
36.3° 3.2 Moderate —
36.0° 3.1 Moderate —

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 Benavente 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 Benavente or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Benavente.

About Benavente

Benavente is a municipality located in the Ribatejo region of Portugal. Covering an area of 521.4 square kilometres, it sits at an elevation of 34 metres above sea level. The area recorded a population of 29,019 residents as of 2011. Among the notable features found within the municipal boundaries is the Biblioteca Municipal de Benavente, which functions as the local municipal library. The territory remains a distinct administrative unit within the Santarém district, maintaining its established borders and infrastructure as part of the wider Portuguese region.

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