UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Hargeisa, Somalia 
will be up to 11.8, 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: 2025-06-01
UV index at 11.8 in Hargeisa 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.
Hargeisa experiences a high UV index throughout the year, often ranging from moderate to very high levels, especially during the dry season when the sun is strongest. This means the sun's rays are intense.
The city has two main seasons: a hot, dry season from November to April and a cooler, rainy season from May to October. Most rainfall happens in the rainy months, while the dry season is mostly sunny and hot.
Compared to other parts of Somalia and neighboring countries like Ethiopia and Djibouti, Hargeisa is generally hotter and drier. Its desert climate is less humid than coastal areas, and it sees less rain than some eastern parts of the region.
See the UV index hour by hour for Hargeisa, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.