UV index for Omdurman peaks at UV 10 at 11:00 local time. Data as of (Africa/Khartoum). Values update hourly — see this page for the current reading and hourly forecast.

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UV Index in Omdurman

Live UV index for Omdurman, Sudan — current level, hourly UV forecast, peak times, WHO sun protection advice and a 4-day outlook. Now: UV 0 (Low). Peak today: UV 10 at 11:00.

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

Sun protection needed today: 08:00–16:00

Protection guidelines:

Max today · 11:00 — UV 10 · Very High · Clear sky: 10 at 11:00

  • Avoid being outside during midday hours
  • Make sure you seek shade
  • Shirt, broad-spectrum sunscreen and hat are a must
Values are forecasts from the European CAMS model (Copernicus), not measurements from a sensor in Omdurman. WHO · Methodology
Today's UV overview · Wed, Oct 14
1
7Partly cloudy33°26%3
3
8Partly cloudy35°26%3
5
9Clear sky37°27%3
8
10Clear sky38°26%3
10
11Clear sky40°23%3
10
12Mainly clear41°20%4
8
13Clear sky41°16%4
5
14Clear sky42°15%4
3
15Clear sky41°15%4
1
16Clear sky41°15%4
% HumidityWind m/s
Max today
10at 11:00
Max tomorrow
10at 11:00
Daylight today
11h 49m05:41–17:30
Solar noon
11:36

Sun & moon in Omdurman

Sun height-78°
Sun directionNE 50°
Sky stateNight
-90°-60°-30°0°30°60°90°00:0006:0012:0018:0024:00Now -78°

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 98° / W 262°
Civil twilight05:20–05:41 / 17:30–17:51
Nautical twilight04:55–05:20 / 17:51–18:16
Astronomical twilight04:30–04:55 / 18:16–18:41
Moon phaseWaxing crescent · 11%
Moonrise / moonset08:49 / 20:08
Next moon quarterFirst quarter · Oct 18, 18:13

Detailed hourly UV index — Today, Oct 14

Peak UV 9.9 at 11:00 · Omdurman · Local time (GMT+2)

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.

048Max: 106:0032°9:0037°12:0041°15:0041°18:0038°21:0034°
ForecastClear sky

Detailed hourly UV index — Tomorrow, Oct 15

Peak UV 10 at 11:00 · Omdurman · Local time (GMT+2)

048Max: 106:0028°9:0035°12:0040°15:0041°18:0037°21:0033°
ForecastClear sky
Hour-by-hour UV index for today & tomorrow

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

Today — Oct 14

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Mainly clear32°
06:000.1 – Low0.1Partly cloudy32°
07:000.8 – Low0.8Partly cloudy33°
08:002.7 – Moderate2.7Partly cloudy35°
09:005.5 – Moderate5.5Clear sky37°
10:008.2 – Very High8.2Clear sky38°
11:009.9 – Very High9.9Clear sky40°
12:009.8 – Very High9.8Mainly clear41°
13:008.1 – Very High8.1Clear sky41°
14:005.3 – Moderate5.4Clear sky42°
15:002.6 – Moderate2.6Clear sky41°
16:000.8 – Low0.8Clear sky41°
17:000.1 – Low0.1Clear sky40°
18:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky38°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky36°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky35°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky34°

Tomorrow — Oct 15

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky29°
06:000.1 – Low0.1Clear sky28°
07:000.9 – Low0.9Clear sky30°
08:002.8 – Moderate2.8Clear sky33°
09:005.6 – High5.6Clear sky35°
10:008.3 – Very High8.3Clear sky37°
11:0010.0 – Very High10.0Clear sky38°
12:009.9 – Very High9.9Clear sky40°
13:008.1 – Very High8.1Clear sky40°
14:005.3 – Moderate5.3Clear sky41°
15:002.6 – Moderate2.6Clear sky41°
16:000.8 – Low0.8Clear sky40°
17:000.1 – Low0.1Clear sky39°
18:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky37°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky36°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky34°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky33°

4-Day UV Forecast for Omdurman

The 4-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 14Peak UV 10 at 11:00Sun protection: 08:00–16:0042° / 32°
6Partly cloudy32°9Clear sky37°12Mainly clear41°15Clear sky41°18Clear sky38°
Thursday, Oct 15Peak UV 10 at 11:00Sun protection: 08:00–16:0041° / 28°
6Clear sky28°9Clear sky35°12Clear sky40°15Clear sky41°18Clear sky37°
Friday, Oct 16Peak UV 9 at 11:00Sun protection: 08:00–15:0040° / 29°
6Clear sky29°9Clear sky34°12Clear sky39°15Clear sky40°18Mainly clear37°
Saturday, Oct 17Peak UV 10 at 11:00Sun protection: 08:00–15:0039° / 29°
6Clear sky29°9Mainly clear32°12Clear sky38°15Clear sky39°18Clear sky36°

Peak midday UV by month in Omdurman

It's October: on clear days, the midday sun here usually peaks around UV 9–12. 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 9, 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.

36811148–10Jan9–13Feb11–14Mar13–15Apr12–14May12–13Jun12–13Jul12–14Aug11–13Sep9–12Oct8–10Nov7–9Dec

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 sunApr · up to 15
Weakest sunDec · up to 9
Protection needed (UV 3+)all year
Extra protection (UV 8+)all year

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

See also: Omdurman temperature and rainfall by month →

UV in Omdurman: today, tomorrow and through the year

Right now Omdurman is at UV 0 (low), with the day's high of 10 (very high) due around 11:00, so sun protection pays off from 08:00 to 16:00. Under clear skies, UV climbs close to its full strength.Tomorrow looks much the same, with the peak near UV 10 (very high) around 11:00 and the same protection hours as today.There is no quiet season in Omdurman. The gentlest months still reach about UV 9 on their strongest days, the strongest months about UV 15, and October falls between them.

Location, daylight and sky in Omdurman

Key facts

CountrySudan, Khartoum
TimezoneAfrica/Khartoum (UTC+2)
Coordinates15.64° N, 32.48° E
Elevation389 m
Population≈ 1.85M
Air pressurebarometer.today

Sun & Daylight Hours in Omdurman

Sunrise / sunset05:41 / 17:30
Daylight today11h 49m
Daylight tomorrow11h 47m (-2 min)
Solar noon (sun highest)11:36
Golden hour17:01–17:43
Low UV hours (UV < 3)05:00–08:00
16:00–17:00
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)08:00–16:00

Seasonal daylight range at this latitude

Longest day13h 03m (Jun 21)
Shortest day11h 12m (Dec 21)

Similar daylight hours as Manila, Philippines — on the same parallel

UV index map for Omdurman and nearby cities

This map shows the current UV forecast for Omdurman 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 Omdurman right now?

As of 00:00 local time, the UV index in Omdurman is 0 (Low). UV changes hour by hour. See the hourly chart above for how it rises and falls today.

What is the UV index in Omdurman today?

On 2026-10-14, the peak UV index forecast for Omdurman is 10, expected around 11:00 local time. Check back daily: UV levels change with cloud cover, ozone, and sun angle.

What is the UV index in Omdurman tomorrow?

On 2026-10-15, the UV index in Omdurman is forecast to peak at 10 around 11:00 local time. Plan outdoor activities and sun protection around that peak.

What are typical maximum UV levels in Omdurman by month?

Peak midday UV index in Omdurman, month by month
MonthPeak midday UV
January8–10
February9–13
March11–14
April13–15
May12–14
June12–13
July12–13
August12–14
September11–13
October9–12
November8–10
December7–9
Over the year, midday UV in Omdurman runs from about 9 in December up to about 15 in April. Month by month: January (8–10), February (9–13), March (11–14), April (13–15), May (12–14), June (12–13), July (12–13), August (12–14), September (11–13), October (9–12), November (8–10), and December (7–9).Clear-sky range, 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). On cloudy days values are typically lower.

How strong is UV in Omdurman in October?

In a typical October, the midday UV index in Omdurman reaches 9–12 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 Omdurman?

UV in Omdurman is highest in April, when the midday index reaches up to 15 on clear days. The weakest sun is in December, around 7–9 at midday.

When do you need sun protection in Omdurman?

All year round: midday UV in Omdurman reaches 3 or higher (the WHO protection level) in every month. In every month it can reach UV 8 or more. The WHO then advises extra protection: avoid the midday sun and cover up.

Forecast · UV Index

Now
UV 0 (Low)
Max today
UV 9.9 · 11:00
Max tomorrow
UV 10 · 11:00
Clear sky
UV 9.9
Sunrise / Sunset
05:41 / 17:30
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)
08:00–16:00
4-Day UV Forecast
Wed 9.9 · Thu 10 · Fri 9.5 · Sat 9.8

UV guides

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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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