UV index and sunburn time in Benin
Peak UV index and how quickly unprotected skin burns, for 3 cities in Benin.
| City | Peak UV | Category | Month | Burns after |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotonou | 16.5 | Extreme | September | 14 min |
| Abomey-Calavi | 16.5 | Extreme | September | 14 min |
| Porto-Novo | 16.5 | Extreme | September | 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 Benin →
Burn times are for skin type III with no sunscreen. How these are calculated