UV Index in Somotillo, Chinandega, Nicaragua

· America/Managua

10.6
Very High · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (11:32:27 AM) the sun reaches 66.4° above the horizon in Somotillo. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 10.6 (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 Somotillo, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
66.4° 10.6 Very High —
66.1° 10.5 Very High —
65.7° 10.5 Very High —
65.4° 10.4 Very High —
65.0° 10.3 Very High —
64.7° 10.3 Very High —
64.3° 10.2 Very High —
64.0° 10.1 Very High —
63.7° 10.0 Very High —
63.3° 10.0 Very High —
63.0° 9.9 Very High —
62.7° 9.8 Very High —
62.4° 9.8 Very High —
62.1° 9.7 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 Somotillo 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 Somotillo or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Somotillo.

About Somotillo

Located in the Chinandega Department of Nicaragua, the municipality of Somotillo spans an area of 724.7 square kilometers. The urban settlement sits at an elevation of 50 meters above sea level and recorded a population of 29,030 residents in 2005. Its geography includes the Llanos de Apacunca Genetic Reserve, a protected area, alongside natural features such as the lake Laguna Palo Blanco and the hill Cerro Grande de La Juanislama. The town maintains a twin town relationship with Bennington. As the municipal seat, the area also encompasses the mountain ridge Fila El Malacate and the river Río El Gallo.

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