UV index and sunburn time in Niger
Peak UV index and how quickly unprotected skin burns, for 3 cities in Niger.
| City | Peak UV | Category | Month | Burns after |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niamey | 15.7 | Extreme | August | 15 min |
| Maradi | 16.0 | Extreme | August | 15 min |
| Zinder | 16.1 | Extreme | August | 14 min |
The same UV also drives vitamin D synthesis — and stops entirely for part of the year at higher latitudes. Vitamin D winters in Niger →
Burn times are for skin type III with no sunscreen. How these are calculated