UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Conakry, Guinea 
will be up to 12, 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: 2025-07-15
UV index at 12 in Conakry 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 Conakry, Guinea, is generally high throughout the year, often ranging from 8 to 11, meaning strong ultraviolet radiation due to its tropical location near the equator.
Conakry experiences a wet season from May to October with heavy rain and high humidity, and a dry season from November to April with less rain and slightly cooler temperatures, typical of a tropical monsoon climate.
Compared to other West African cities, Conakry has a longer rainy season and higher humidity than inland areas. It is wetter than neighboring countries like Senegal to the north but less rainy than cities on the Gulf of Guinea further east.
See the UV index hour by hour for Conakry, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.