UV index and sunburn time in Thailand
Peak UV index and how quickly unprotected skin burns, for 3 cities in Thailand.
| City | Peak UV | Category | Month | Burns after |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | 15.8 | Extreme | August | 15 min |
| Samut Prakan | 15.8 | Extreme | August | 15 min |
| Mueang Nonthaburi | 15.8 | Extreme | August | 15 min |
The same UV also drives vitamin D synthesis — and stops entirely for part of the year at higher latitudes. Vitamin D winters in Thailand →
Burn times are for skin type III with no sunscreen. How these are calculated