Vitamin DGlobal Solar Explorer

Vitamin D from the sun in Cape Town

In Cape Town you can synthesize vitamin D all year round.

Year-round profile in Cape Town

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Daily hours with enough sun to synthesize vitamin D across the year.

Seasonal windows

  • March: between 10:00 and 17:00, about 6 min for 1000 IU.
  • June: between 13:00 and 14:00, about 18 min for 1000 IU.
  • September: between 10:00 and 16:00, about 7 min for 1000 IU.
  • December: between 09:00 and 18:00, about 5 min for 1000 IU.

Estimated for Fitzpatrick type III skin, arms and face exposed, clear sky.

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Frequently asked questions about vitamin D in Cape Town

Can I get vitamin D from the sun in winter in Cape Town?
In Cape Town you can synthesize vitamin D all year round.
How many minutes of sun do I need in Cape Town?
In summer, about 6 minutes with arms and face exposed is enough for 1000 IU (Fitzpatrick type III skin, clear sky).
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