UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Damascus, Syria 
will be up to 10.1, indicating a very high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-10
With a UV index of 10.1 in Damascus, it's crucial to safeguard your skin from harmful UV rays. Protect yourself by minimizing sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours.
The UV index in Damascus is highest in summer, often reaching very high levels around 9 to 11. In winter, the UV index usually stays low, between 1 and 3.
Damascus has hot, dry summers with temperatures often above 35°C (95°F) and mild, wetter winters with temperatures around 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 59°F). Rain mostly falls from November to March.
Compared to other parts of Syria, Damascus is warmer and drier. It is hotter than coastal cities like Latakia, which have milder summers and more rainfall. Neighboring countries like Jordan have similar hot, dry summers but sometimes colder winters.
See the UV index hour by hour for Damascus, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.