UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Holetown, Barbados 
will be up to 12.8, 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: 2025-05-08
UV index at 12.8 in Holetown 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.
Holetown, Barbados, experiences a UV index that is generally high year-round, often reaching extreme levels during the summer months from May to September. The sun's rays are strongest around midday.
Barbados has a tropical climate with two main seasons: a dry season from December to May and a wet season from June to November. Temperatures stay warm, typically between 24°C and 31°C, with more rainfall occurring in the wet season.
Compared to neighboring Caribbean islands, Holetown has slightly less rainfall than places like Dominica or Trinidad. Its temperatures are similar to other eastern Caribbean islands, but it tends to be windier due to its location facing the Atlantic Ocean.
See the UV index hour by hour for Holetown, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.