UV index and sunburn time in Singapore
Peak UV index and how quickly unprotected skin burns, for 3 cities in Singapore.
| City | Peak UV | Category | Month | Burns after |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | 16.7 | Extreme | March | 14 min |
| Sengkang New Town | 16.7 | Extreme | March | 14 min |
| Jurong Town | 16.7 | Extreme | March | 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 Singapore →
Burn times are for skin type III with no sunscreen. How these are calculated