UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Las Palmas, Spain 
will be up to 11.4, 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 11.4 in Las Palmas 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.
Las Palmas has a moderate UV index that generally ranges from low to moderate throughout the year, peaking in summer months. The UV levels are not extreme due to the city's coastal position and mild climate.
Las Palmas experiences mild temperatures year-round with warm summers and mild winters. Rainfall is scarce, mostly occurring in the winter months, with dry, sunny weather dominating the rest of the year.
Compared to mainland Spain, Las Palmas enjoys a more stable and temperate climate with less heat in summer and milder winters. It is warmer and less rainy than northern Spain but cooler and less humid than many parts of southern Spain.
See the UV index hour by hour for Las Palmas, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.