UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Tripoli, Libya 
will be up to 9.9, indicating a very high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-11
With a UV index of 9.9 in Tripoli, it's crucial to safeguard your skin from harmful UV rays. Protect yourself by minimizing sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours.
Tripoli has a high UV index, especially in summer, often reaching levels above 8, indicating strong sun exposure. UV levels drop in winter but still remain moderately high most of the year. The UV index peaks around June and July.
The weather in Tripoli follows a Mediterranean pattern with hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Rainfall mainly occurs between November and March, while summer months are mostly sunny and dry with temperatures often above 30°C (86°F). Spring and autumn are short and mild.
Compared to neighboring countries like Tunisia and Egypt, Tripoli has slightly warmer and drier summers. Its coastal location means cooler temperatures than inland Libya regions. The climate is similar to coastal towns in Tunisia but with less rainfall than northern Tunisia.
See the UV index hour by hour for Tripoli, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.