Wear a broad-brimmed hat when outdoors, at all times.
Apply sunscreen (SPF 30 +).
Use chlorine resistant UV suits for swimming.
Use UV sunglasses that provide 99% UV protection.
The World Health Organisation is encouraging children from all ethnic backgrounds to protect their skin and eyes from the sun. The closer you are to the equator, the higher the risks of sunburn and UV related cataracts and cancers. Most of the damage occurs in childhood and manifest themselves after years or decades.
Any time of year is good.
Make sure you have sun glasses, a drink (preferably water), a cap and suntan lotion.
Keep a tube of insect repellent handy for the 'non-city' outdoors like Sentosa island, hikes, treks, the zoo, the bird park etc.
