UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan 
will be up to 11.1, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-01
UV index at 11.1 in Ashgabat means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
The UV index in Ashgabat is very high, especially during the summer months, often reaching extreme levels above 10. This means the sun's rays are very strong most of the year.
Ashgabat has hot summers with temperatures often above 40°C and mild winters that can sometimes get cold at night. Rainfall is rare and mostly happens in winter and spring, making the climate mostly dry.
Compared to other places in Central Asia, Ashgabat is hotter and drier than cities like Almaty or Bishkek. Neighboring Iran and Afghanistan also have dry, hot areas, but Ashgabat tends to have less rain and stronger sunlight.
See the UV index hour by hour for Ashgabat, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.