UV Index in Culiacán, Mexico

Latitude24.80°N
Elevation47m
ClimateSubtropical
UV Patternsubtropical

Hot summers and mild winters. Strong UV from spring through fall, moderate in winter.

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Typical UV by Season

Estimated peak UV values based on latitude (Northern Hemisphere)

Spring

Mar - May

~9Very High

Summer

Jun - Aug

~11Extreme

Fall

Sep - Nov

~8Very High

Winter

Dec - Feb

~6High

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Understanding UV in Culiacán

The UV index measures ultraviolet radiation strength. Higher values mean faster vitamin D production but also greater sunburn risk. UV varies by:

  • Season - Sun angle changes throughout the year
  • Time of day - Peak UV is between 10am and 4pm
  • Cloud cover - Clouds reduce UV by 25-50%
  • Altitude - UV increases ~10% per 1000m elevation
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