UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Port-au-Prince, Haiti 
will be up to 12, 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 in Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince is usually high, often ranging from 8 to 11 during sunny days, which means strong sunlight exposure is common throughout the year.
Port-au-Prince has a wet season from April to November with frequent rain and a dry season from December to March with less rain and warmer temperatures. The city is warm year-round.
Compared to other countries in the Caribbean and Central America, Port-au-Prince has similar warm temperatures but experiences a stronger rainy season than places like the Dominican Republic or Jamaica, with tropical storms sometimes affecting the area.
See the UV index hour by hour for Port-au-Prince, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.