UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Mogadishu, Somalia 
will be up to 12.1, 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: 2025-05-10
UV index at 12.1 in Mogadishu 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 Mogadishu is generally high throughout the year, often ranging from 8 to 11, which means strong sunlight is common, especially around midday. This high UV level is typical for equatorial regions.
Mogadishu experiences a hot, dry climate with a rainy season that usually occurs from April to June and a shorter rainy period in October and November. Temperatures remain warm to hot year-round, rarely dropping below 20°C (68°F).
Compared to neighboring countries like Kenya and Ethiopia, Mogadishu is hotter and more humid, especially because it lies along the coast. Inland areas in these neighboring countries tend to have cooler temperatures and more varied seasonal rainfall.
See the UV index hour by hour for Mogadishu, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.