UV Index in Purificación, Tolima, Colombia

· America/Bogota

12.3
Extreme · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:44:23 AM) the sun reaches 75.3° above the horizon in Purificación. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 12.3 (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 Purificación, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
75.3° 12.3 Extreme —
74.9° 12.3 Extreme —
74.6° 12.2 Extreme —
74.2° 12.2 Extreme —
73.9° 12.1 Extreme —
73.5° 12.1 Extreme —
73.2° 12.0 Extreme —
72.9° 12.0 Extreme —
72.5° 11.9 Extreme —
72.2° 11.9 Extreme —
71.9° 11.8 Extreme —
71.6° 11.8 Extreme —
71.2° 11.7 Extreme —
70.9° 11.7 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.

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The UV index in Purificación 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 Purificación or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Purificación.

About Purificación

Purificación is a municipality located in the Tolima department of Colombia. It has existed as a municipality since 1664 and covers an area of 422 square kilometres. The town sits at an elevation of 167 metres above sea level and is situated along the Magdalena River. It functions as a municipality within the broader administrative framework of Tolima.

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