UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Palikir, Micronesia 
will be up to 12.3, 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 12.3 in Palikir 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 Palikir, Micronesia, is consistently high throughout the year, often ranging from 11 to 14, indicating very strong ultraviolet radiation due to the location near the equator.
Palikir experiences a tropical rainforest climate with warm temperatures year-round, heavy rainfall, and high humidity. There is little temperature variation, and the wettest months generally occur from July to November during the rainy season.
Compared to other parts of Micronesia and nearby countries like the Philippines and Papua New Guinea, Palikir has more consistent rainfall and less seasonal temperature change. Its climate is wetter and more humid than many Pacific islands farther from the equator.
See the UV index hour by hour for Palikir, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.