UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in El Cotillo, Spain 
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: 2025-06-21
UV index at 11.1 in El Cotillo 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 El Cotillo is usually moderate to high, peaking during summer months around 8 to 10, meaning strong sun exposure during midday. Winter months see lower UV levels, typically between 2 and 4.
El Cotillo experiences mild, warm temperatures year-round with dry summers and cooler, slightly wetter winters. Summer highs average around 27°C (81°F), while winter lows rarely drop below 15°C (59°F), making it a pleasant climate overall.
Compared to mainland Spain, El Cotillo has milder temperatures due to its coastal location in the Canary Islands. It is generally warmer and less rainy than northern Spain but slightly cooler and less dry than neighboring Western Sahara across the Atlantic.
See the UV index hour by hour for El Cotillo, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.