UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Georgetown, Guyana 
will be up to 13.5, 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: 2025-05-09
UV index at 13.5 in Georgetown 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.
Georgetown, Guyana, has a UV index that often ranges from moderate to high, especially during the dry season, meaning the sun can be quite strong at midday. The UV index can reach values above 7 on sunny days.
The city experiences two main seasons: a wet season from May to August and another short one from November to January. The dry seasons are from February to April and September to October, with less rain and more sunshine.
Compared to other Caribbean and South American regions, Georgetown is generally hotter and more humid. It receives more rainfall than many neighboring countries like Suriname but less than parts of Brazil, due to its coastal location.
See the UV index hour by hour for Georgetown, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.