UV index for Antofagasta peaks at UV 10 at 13:00 local time. Data as of (America/Santiago). Values update hourly — see this page for the current reading and hourly forecast.

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UV Index in Antofagasta

Live UV index for Antofagasta, Chile — current level, hourly UV forecast, peak times, WHO sun protection advice and a 5-day outlook. Now: UV 1 (Low). Peak today: UV 10 at 13:00.

Now · 09:00 · Antofagasta
1
Low
0–2Low3–5Moderate6–7High8–10Very High11+Extreme

Sun protection needed today: 10:00–18:00

Protection guidelines:

Now · 09:00 — UV 1 · Low · Clear sky: 2

  • No protection needed
  • You can safely enjoy being outside
Values are forecasts from the European CAMS model (Copernicus), not measurements from a sensor in Antofagasta. WHO · Methodology
Today's UV overview · Thu, Oct 8
1
9Overcast19°82%0
3
10Partly cloudy20°72%0
6
11Overcast22°65%2
9
12Overcast22°71%4
10
13Overcast22°72%4
9
14Overcast22°68%4
8
15Overcast22°66%4
6
16Overcast21°66%4
3
17Overcast21°64%3
1
18Overcast21°64%3
% HumidityWind m/s
Max today
10at 13:00
Max tomorrow
12at 13:00
Daylight today
12h 29m07:14–19:43
Solar noon
13:29

Sun & moon in Antofagasta

Sun height30°
Sun directionE 83°
Sky stateDaylight
-90°-60°-30°0°30°60°90°00:0006:0012:0018:0024:00Now 30°

The curve traces the sun's height above the horizon through the day: 0° is the horizon, 90° is straight overhead. The higher the sun climbs, the shorter the path its rays take through the atmosphere — and the stronger the UV. The part below 0° is night.

Sunrise / sunset directionE 97° / W 263°
Civil twilight06:52–07:15 / 19:43–20:06
Nautical twilight06:25–06:52 / 20:06–20:33
Astronomical twilight05:58–06:25 / 20:33–21:00
Moon phaseWaning crescent · 5%
Moonrise / moonset05:50 / 18:04
Next moon quarterNew moon · Oct 10, 12:50

Detailed hourly UV index — Today, Oct 8

Peak UV 10 at 13:00 · Antofagasta · Local time (GMT-3)

The solid line is the hourly UV forecast: the UV index expected each hour, with cloud cover taken into account. The dashed line is the clear-sky UV, the level it would reach under a cloudless sky. The gap between the two lines shows how much the clouds are lowering the UV.

04812Max: 10Now: 16:0018°9:0019°12:0022°15:0022°18:0021°21:0018°
ForecastClear sky

Detailed hourly UV index — Tomorrow, Oct 9

Peak UV 11.6 at 13:00 · Antofagasta · Local time (GMT-3)

04812Max: 126:0017°9:0019°12:0023°15:0024°18:0022°21:0018°
ForecastClear sky
Hour-by-hour UV index for today & tomorrow

Detailed hour-by-hour UV index forecast for Antofagasta — today and tomorrow. Includes UV level, clear-sky UV, weather conditions, and temperature for each hour.

Today — Oct 8

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast18°
06:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast18°
07:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast18°
08:000.2 – Low0.3Overcast18°
09:001.0 – Low1.6Overcast19°
10:003.2 – Moderate4.1Partly cloudy20°
11:006.3 – High7.3Overcast22°
12:008.9 – Very High10.3Overcast22°
13:0010.0 – Very High11.9Overcast22°
14:009.4 – Very High11.6Overcast22°
15:008.0 – Very High9.5Overcast22°
16:005.6 – High6.4Overcast21°
17:002.9 – Moderate3.3Overcast21°
18:001.0 – Low1.1Overcast21°
19:000.1 – Low0.2Overcast20°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast19°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast18°

Tomorrow — Oct 9

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy17°
06:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky17°
07:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky16°
08:000.3 – Low0.3Clear sky17°
09:001.6 – Low1.6Clear sky19°
10:004.1 – Moderate4.1Clear sky21°
11:007.2 – High7.2Mainly clear22°
12:0010.0 – Very High10.1Partly cloudy23°
13:0011.6 – Extreme11.6Partly cloudy23°
14:0010.8 – Extreme11.3Mainly clear24°
15:008.3 – Very High9.3Overcast24°
16:005.4 – Moderate6.2Overcast23°
17:002.8 – Moderate3.2Mainly clear22°
18:001.0 – Low1.1Mainly clear22°
19:000.2 – Low0.2Mainly clear20°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy19°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy18°

5-Day UV Forecast for Antofagasta

The 5-day UV index forecast shows each day's peak UV and the time it's reached, plus daily high and low temperatures and an hourly UV curve, so you can plan sun protection for the days ahead.

Today, Oct 8Peak UV 10 at 13:00Sun protection: 10:00–18:0022° / 17°
6Overcast18°9Overcast19°12Overcast22°15Overcast22°18Overcast21°
Friday, Oct 9Peak UV 12 at 13:00Sun protection: 10:00–18:0024° / 16°
6Clear sky17°9Clear sky19°12Partly cloudy23°15Overcast24°18Mainly clear22°
Saturday, Oct 10Peak UV 11 at 13:00Sun protection: 10:00–18:0023° / 16°
6Mainly clear16°9Partly cloudy19°12Overcast23°15Overcast23°18Partly cloudy21°
Sunday, Oct 11Peak UV 9 at 13:00Sun protection: 10:00–18:0023° / 17°
6Overcast18°9Overcast19°12Overcast22°15Overcast23°18Overcast21°
Monday, Oct 12Peak UV 8 at 13:00Sun protection: 11:00–18:0023° / 18°
6Partly cloudy18°9Partly cloudy19°12Partly cloudy23°15Overcast22°18Overcast20°

Peak midday UV by month in Antofagasta

It's October: on clear days, the midday sun here usually peaks around UV 10–14. That's very intense: around midday you need shade, covering clothes and sunscreen.

The sun is strong here all year round: even in the mildest months, midday UV reaches about 6, so protection is needed in every season. Treat these numbers as the most sun you should expect around noon: clouds typically lower the real value, while reflections from snow, sand or water can add to the UV your skin actually receives. Today's actual UV is in the forecast above.

36811141714–16Jan13–16Feb10–14Mar7–11Apr5–8May4–6Jun4–6Jul6–9Aug8–11Sep10–14Oct12–15Nov14–16Dec

Each bar shows the range the midday UV index moves through on clear days in that month, from the gentlest days up to what the strongest days typically reach, based on 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). The small light line inside a bar is an ordinary day's midday level.

Based on TEMIS data. Copyright © KNMI/ESA — https://www.temis.nl/

In October the strong sun is in the southern hemisphere: UV reaches high levels across most of it, while the northern hemisphere outside the tropics has its mild season.

See the world map for October →

The UV year at a glance

Strongest sunDec–Feb · up to 16
Weakest sunJun–Jul · up to 6
Protection needed (UV 3+)all year
Extra protection (UV 8+)Aug–May

Months when the midday sun gets strong enough to need protection. Based on clear days; clouds typically lower UV.

See also: Antofagasta temperature and rainfall by month →

UV in Antofagasta: today, tomorrow and through the year

In Antofagasta, the UV index reads 1 (low) right now, and the day tops out at 10 (very high) around 13:00, so it's worth covering up between 10:00 and 18:00. Patchy cloud is holding the peak down a little, against UV 12 under clear skies.Tomorrow climbs higher, peaking at UV 12 (extreme) around 13:00, over the same protection hours as today.Across the year, October is one of the strongest UV months in Antofagasta, so this is the time of year to be most careful in the sun.

About Antofagasta

Antofagasta is a northern Chilean port on the edge of the Atacama Desert, one of the driest, clearest places on Earth. The mix of low latitude, dry desert air and southern-hemisphere summer produces some of the strongest UV anywhere, with cloudless-day readings of 16 in December and January. The index sits at 11 or above from September through April and never falls below 6, so daily sun protection is worthwhile in every season.

Sources:Wikipedia: AntofagastaRadiation: The ultraviolet (UV) indexTEMIS UV index climatology, 2004–2020 (satellite-derived clear-sky)

Location, daylight and sky in Antofagasta

Key facts

CountryChile, Antofagasta
TimezoneAmerica/Santiago (UTC-3)
Coordinates23.65° S, 70.40° W
Elevation10 m
Population≈ 401K
Air pressurebarometer.today

Sun & Daylight Hours in Antofagasta

Sunrise / sunset07:14 / 19:43
Daylight today12h 29m
Daylight tomorrow12h 31m (+2 min)
Solar noon (sun highest)13:29
Golden hour19:13–19:57
Low UV hours (UV < 3)07:00–10:00
18:00–19:00
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)10:00–18:00

Seasonal daylight range at this latitude

Longest day13h 36m (Dec 21)
Shortest day10h 40m (Jun 21)

Similar daylight hours as São Paulo, Brazil — on the same parallel

UV index map for Antofagasta and nearby cities

This map shows the current UV forecast for Antofagasta and the area around it. One forecast value covers a region of roughly 40 km, so it is a good guide for the area as a whole rather than an exact reading for one spot. In places with big height differences, or where the ground is covered by snow, the real UV can differ from what the map shows.

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What is the UV index in Antofagasta right now?

As of 09:00 local time, the UV index in Antofagasta is 1 (Low). UV changes hour by hour. See the hourly chart above for how it rises and falls today.

What is the UV index in Antofagasta today?

On 2026-10-08, the peak UV index forecast for Antofagasta is 10, expected around 13:00 local time. Check back daily: UV levels change with cloud cover, ozone, and sun angle.

What is the UV index in Antofagasta tomorrow?

On 2026-10-09, the UV index in Antofagasta is forecast to peak at 12 around 13:00 local time. Plan outdoor activities and sun protection around that peak.

What are typical maximum UV levels in Antofagasta by month?

Peak midday UV index in Antofagasta, month by month
MonthPeak midday UV
January14–16
February13–16
March10–14
April7–11
May5–8
June4–6
July4–6
August6–9
September8–11
October10–14
November12–15
December14–16
The weakest sun is in June and July, when midday UV stays around 4–6. From there it climbs: August (6–9), September (8–11), October (10–14), and November (12–15). The strongest sun is in December, January, and February, reaching 13–16 on clear days. It eases back through March (10–14), April (7–11), and May (5–8).Clear-sky range, 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). On cloudy days values are typically lower.

How strong is UV in Antofagasta in October?

In a typical October, the midday UV index in Antofagasta reaches 10–14 on clear days, based on 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). Cloudy days typically run lower. Check the live forecast for today's value.

Which months have the highest UV in Antofagasta?

UV in Antofagasta is highest in December–February, when the midday index reaches up to 16 on clear days. The weakest sun is in June–July, around 4–6 at midday.

When do you need sun protection in Antofagasta?

All year round: midday UV in Antofagasta reaches 3 or higher (the WHO protection level) in every month. In August–May it can reach UV 8 or more, when the WHO advises extra protection: avoid the midday sun and cover up.

Forecast · UV Index

Now
UV 1 (Low)
Max today
UV 10 · 13:00
Max tomorrow
UV 11.6 · 13:00
Clear sky
UV 11.9
Sunrise / Sunset
07:14 / 19:43
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)
10:00–18:00
5-Day UV Forecast
Thu 10 · Fri 11.6 · Sat 11.3 · Sun 9.3 · Mon 8.4

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About the UV Index

What is the UV index?

The UV index (UVI) is an international standard measure of the strength of ultraviolet radiation from the sun at a particular place and time. It ranges from 0 (nighttime) to 11+ (extreme). Higher values mean greater risk of sunburn, skin damage, and eye injury. The UV index was developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to help people protect themselves from harmful UV radiation.

How do I check the UV index today?

This page shows the live UV index for your location using data from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS). You get the current UV level, an hourly UV forecast chart for today and tomorrow, and the exact peak UV time — so you always know when sun protection is most important.

When is UV radiation strongest?

UV radiation is typically strongest between 10:00 and 16:00, when the sun is highest in the sky. However, the exact peak time and intensity depend on your latitude, the season, altitude, cloud cover, and ozone levels. Check the UV forecast chart above to see today's exact peak time for your location.

How can I protect myself from UV radiation?

Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, wear protective clothing and a wide-brimmed hat, seek shade during peak UV hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. The WHO recommends sun protection when the UV index is 3 or above.

Where does the UV data come from?

The hourly UV index on this site comes from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), operated by ECMWF on behalf of the European Union. CAMS calculates the UV biologically effective dose using total column ozone, aerosol optical depth, and cloud cover. The global forecast has a spatial resolution of approximately 40 km and provides hourly UV index values for up to 5 days ahead.

What does "clear-sky UV index" mean?

The clear-sky UV index shows how strong ultraviolet radiation would be if there were no clouds at all. It is calculated using the same atmospheric data — ozone column thickness, aerosol concentrations, and solar angle — but assumes completely cloudless conditions. Comparing the actual UV index with the clear-sky value shows how much clouds are reducing UV exposure at any given time. On overcast days, actual UV can be significantly lower than the clear-sky value.

How often is the UV forecast updated?

The CAMS global UV forecast is updated twice daily, based on model runs initialized at 00:00 and 12:00 UTC. Weather data such as temperature, cloud cover, and sunrise/sunset times is updated every 1–6 hours depending on the region, using weather models from national meteorological services via Open-Meteo. The first 1–2 days of the forecast are typically the most accurate.

What does the WHO recommend for each UV level?

Low (0–2) — No protection needed. You can safely enjoy being outside
Moderate (3–5) — Seek shade during midday hours. Wear a shirt, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, and put on a hat. Wear UV-blocking sunglasses
High (6–7) — Seek shade during midday hours. Wear a shirt, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, and put on a hat. Wear UV-blocking sunglasses
Very High (8–10) — Avoid being outside during midday hours. Make sure you seek shade. Shirt, broad-spectrum sunscreen and hat are a must
Extreme (11+) — Avoid being outside during midday hours. Make sure you seek shade. Shirt, broad-spectrum sunscreen and hat are a must

Source: WHO Global Solar UV Index, 2002

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Disclaimer: This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. UV index data and sun protection guidance are approximate and should not replace professional advice. UV index data is not applicable to infants under 12 months. The WHO recommends keeping them out of direct sunlight at all times. WHO. UV forecasts are based on satellite and atmospheric models. Actual UV levels may vary due to local cloud cover, surface reflection, altitude, and other environmental factors. When in doubt, consult a healthcare provider for personalized sun protection advice. UV and weather data is sourced from third-party APIs (Open-Meteo/CAMS). We do not guarantee accuracy or availability. Data may be delayed or temporarily unavailable.

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