Análisis de la radiación solar y ultravioleta (UV) en la ciudad de la Loja

Abstract

Abstract: The equatorial, tropical and subtropical zones receive the highest intensity of solar and UV radiation, because the ozone layer is naturally thinner. Ecuador, located on the equatorial line, is not an exception, for which a high number of deaths and illnesses caused by solar and UV radiation have been registered in recent years. Due to this, the present work analyzessolar and UV radiation in the city of Loja compared to the period 2011 - 2019, to determine the extreme months and generate maps of the distribution of solar and UV radiation intensities to warn citizens and take the necessary protection measures. The results indicate that solar and UV radiation is more intense during the austral summer (November - April). However, UV radiation is generally High to Extreme throughout the year in the Hoya de Loja, so it is recommended to avoid prolonged exposures to the sun's rays, use UV sunscreen on the skin, as well as the appropriate clothing. and protective accessories.