At solar noon (12:06:00 PM) the sun reaches 83.3° above the horizon in Mombasa. 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 Mombasa, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83.3° | 13.2 Extreme | — | |
| 82.9° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 82.6° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 82.2° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 81.9° | 13.1 Extreme | — | |
| 81.6° | 13.0 Extreme | — | |
| 81.2° | 13.0 Extreme | — | |
| 80.9° | 13.0 Extreme | — | |
| 80.6° | 12.9 Extreme | — | |
| 80.2° | 12.9 Extreme | — | |
| 79.9° | 12.9 Extreme | — | |
| 79.6° | 12.9 Extreme | — | |
| 79.3° | 12.8 Extreme | — | |
| 78.9° | 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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Located in Kenya, Mombasa is a city within the region of the same name. It has existed as a municipality since 1593 and spans a total area of 294.7 square kilometres at an elevation of 50 metres. As of 2019, the city recorded a population of 1,208,333. Significant infrastructure includes Kilindini Harbour, which serves as a port, and the Fort Jesus Museum, classified as both a fort and a national park. The Holy Ghost Cathedral, a Catholic cathedral, also functions as a prominent feature within the urban area. The city maintains twin town agreements with Seattle, Long Beach, Fuzhou, Honolulu County, and Durban.
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