UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands 
will be up to 11.6, 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: 2025-06-21
UV index at 11.6 in Cockburn Town 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 Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands is generally high year-round, often reaching 8 to 11 during peak daylight hours, indicating strong ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
Cockburn Town experiences a warm, tropical climate with a wet season from May to October and a dry season from November to April, featuring consistently warm temperatures throughout the year.
Compared to nearby Caribbean islands, Cockburn Town has similar warm temperatures but slightly less rainfall than some eastern Caribbean nations. Its weather is milder and less variable than mainland countries like Cuba or the Bahamas.
See the UV index hour by hour for Cockburn Town, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.