UV Index in Puerto Escondido, Córdoba, Colombia

· America/Bogota

11.4
Extreme · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:49:26 AM) the sun reaches 70.1° above the horizon in Puerto Escondido. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 11.4 (extreme). 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 Puerto Escondido, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
70.1° 11.4 Extreme —
69.8° 11.4 Extreme —
69.4° 11.3 Extreme —
69.1° 11.2 Extreme —
68.7° 11.2 Extreme —
68.4° 11.1 Extreme —
68.1° 11.1 Extreme —
67.7° 11.0 Extreme —
67.4° 10.9 Very High —
67.1° 10.9 Very High —
66.7° 10.8 Very High —
66.4° 10.7 Very High —
66.1° 10.7 Very High —
65.8° 10.6 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 Puerto Escondido 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 Puerto Escondido or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Puerto Escondido.

About Puerto Escondido

Puerto Escondido is a municipality in the Colombian department of Córdoba that has existed as a municipality since 1854. Situated at an elevation of 8 meters, the town sits along the coast of the Caribbean Sea. It functions as an administrative unit within the region and is characterized by its proximity to the water. The land reflects the low-lying topography typical of this coastal area, providing a consistent elevation across the settlement. Its geographical position defines its relationship with the surrounding maritime environment while maintaining its role as a local municipality within the broader departmental structure of Colombia.

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