At solar noon (11:37:50 AM) the sun reaches 83.2° above the horizon in Iquitos. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 13.2 (extreme). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.
UV index in Iquitos, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83.2° | 13.2 Extreme | — | |
| 82.9° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 82.5° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 82.2° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 81.8° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 81.5° | 13.0 Extreme | — | |
| 81.1° | 13.0 Extreme | — | |
| 80.8° | 13.0 Extreme | — | |
| 80.5° | 12.9 Extreme | — | |
| 80.1° | 12.9 Extreme | — | |
| 79.8° | 12.9 Extreme | — | |
| 79.5° | 12.8 Extreme | — | |
| 79.2° | 12.8 Extreme | — | |
| 78.8° | 12.8 Extreme | — |
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.
Bright conditions call for proper eye protection. Polarized lenses reduce glare and block harmful UV rays.
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Iquitos is a city in the Loreto region of Peru. The municipality dates from 1750 and sits at an elevation of 106 meters, with a population recorded at 377,609 in 2017. It is situated on the banks of the Amazon River and the Itaya River. The city serves as a regional capital and features the Crnl. FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport, which handles air traffic for the area. Other infrastructure includes the Estadio Max Augustín and the Cathedral of Iquitos. Formal agreements for twinning exist with the cities of Caballococha, Leticia, Manaus, Milan, and Moyobamba to facilitate ongoing administrative connections.
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