UV Index in Diamniadio, Dakar, Senegal

· Africa/Dakar

10.2
Very High · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:53:23 PM) the sun reaches 64.5° above the horizon in Diamniadio. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 10.2 (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 Diamniadio, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
64.5° 10.2 Very High —
64.1° 10.1 Very High —
63.8° 10.0 Very High —
63.4° 9.9 Very High —
63.1° 9.9 Very High —
62.7° 9.8 Very High —
62.4° 9.7 Very High —
62.1° 9.6 Very High —
61.7° 9.6 Very High —
61.4° 9.5 Very High —
61.1° 9.4 Very High —
60.8° 9.4 Very High —
60.4° 9.3 Very High —
60.1° 9.2 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 Diamniadio 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 Diamniadio or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Diamniadio.

About Diamniadio

Located in the Dakar region of Senegal, the town of Diamniadio covers an area of 72.6 square kilometers at an elevation of 23 meters. As of 2023, the municipality has a population of 47,759. The town is home to the Amadou-Mahtar M'Bow University and the Diamniadio station, which serves as a railway facility for the area. These features represent the primary infrastructure within the town's administrative boundaries.

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