Help with UV Light: Calculate Radiation Energy

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This discussion focuses on calculating the energy of UVA and UVB radiation in equatorial regions at sea level and at 4500m elevation, specifically for wavelengths between 300-420nm. Participants emphasize the importance of local weather conditions and seasonal variations in UV radiation levels. It is suggested that direct measurement of UV radiation at these locations may yield more accurate results than theoretical calculations. For maximum values, the assumption of no cloud cover or weather interference is recommended.

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Hi everybody! I was hoping I could get some insight on how to calculate the energy of uva and uvb radiation at elevation levels of 0m in equatorial regions and at a lattitude of 35° N at 4500m in watts per square meter. Specifically, light in the range of 300-420nm. Any help would be appreciated. Specifically I'm looking at 300-420nm
 
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The amount of uv actually received will be highly dependent on local weather and other factors such as which season of the year.
It seems to me that this exercise would be better undertaken by actually measuring uv at these locations rather than trying to calculate it.
 
rootone said:
The amount of uv actually received will be highly dependent on local weather and other factors such as which season of the year.
It seems to me that this exercise would be better undertaken by actually measuring uv at these locations rather than trying to calculate it.
I'm looking for a maximum, so I want to assume no cloud cover or intervening weather conditions.
 
Caseykcraig said:
I'm looking for a maximum, so I want to assume no cloud cover or intervening weather conditions.

if you cannot find any online references by NOAA or other atmospheric research institute

then rootones' comment is your obvious choice for any meaningful figures

rootone said:
It seems to me that this exercise would be better undertaken by actually measuring uv at these locations rather than trying to calculate it.
Dave
 

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