UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Kingston, Jamaica 
will be up to 12.6, 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 12.6 in Kingston 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 Kingston, Jamaica, is usually very high, often ranging from 8 to 11, especially during the middle of the day. This means strong sunlight and high ultraviolet radiation levels throughout the year.
Kingston has a tropical climate with a wet season from May to November and a dry season from December to April. Temperatures are warm year-round, usually between 77°F (25°C) and 88°F (31°C), with more rain in the summer months.
Compared to other parts of the Caribbean and nearby countries like Cuba and the Dominican Republic, Kingston is warmer and often more humid. Its rainfall is moderate, less than some wetter Caribbean islands but more than dry areas like the Bahamas.
See the UV index hour by hour for Kingston, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.