Figures for how long you should spend in the sun?

Adults:

* Light-skinned: 10-20 minutes per day

* Medium-skinned: 20-30 minutes per day

* Dark-skinned: 30-40 minutes per day

Children:

* Infants under 6 months: No direct sunlight

* Children ages 6 months to 1 year: 5-10 minutes of direct sunlight per day, avoiding the peak hours of 10am to 4pm

* Children ages 1-3 years: 10-15 minutes of direct sunlight per day, avoiding the peak hours of 10am to 4pm

* Children ages 4-18 years: 15-20 minutes of direct sunlight per day, avoiding the peak hours of 10am to 4pm

It's important to note that these are general guidelines and that the amount of time you can spend in the sun without getting sunburned will vary depending on your skin type, the time of day, and the location.

Always be sure to wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, even if you're only planning to be in the sun for a short period of time.