UV INDEX
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The UV Index
provides a daily forecast of the expected risk of overexposure to the
sun. The Index predicts UV intensity levels on a scale of 0 to 10+,
where 0 indicates a minimal risk of overexposure and 10+ means a very
high risk
|
UV Index Values |
Exposure Categories |
|
0 - 2 |
Minimal - Wearing a hat is
sufficient protection. |
|
3 - 4 |
Low - Wearing a hat and a
sunscreen with SPF 15 is recommended. |
|
5 - 6 |
Moderate - Wearing a hat, a
sunscreen with SPF 15 and staying in the shade is
recommended. |
|
7 - 9 |
High - In addition to the
precautions recommended above, it is advised to stay indoors
between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. |
|
10 + |
Very High - In addition to
the precautions recommended above, it is advised to stay
indoors if possible. |
|
UV Index |
Category |
Sunburn Time |
|
over 9 |
extreme |
less than 15 minutes |
|
7-9 |
high |
about 20 minutes |
|
4-7 |
medium |
about 30 minutes |
|
0-4 |
low |
more than 1 hour |
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When the UV index is over 9, UV-B
is extremely strong, and you will burn in less than 15
minutes. |
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The latest UV index forecast
for the UK is provided by the Met Office and can be seen by
clicking here and if you want to see the current LIVE UV index for this
region then just
click here
