Get the UV forecast in your location and learn more about the UV Index, what it is, how it works, why we should be checking it daily and where you can access self-management tools to support you in taking charge of our skin health.
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The UV Index is an international standard measurement, of the strength of sunburn-producing solar UV radiation at the earth’s surface. It tells us how strong the UV is at a particular place and time.
The level of risk of burning is categorised by five, number and colour coded values. The higher the number, the stronger the UV and the less time it takes for sun damage to occur.
A UV Index of 1 or 2 is generally considered safe, but when levels reach 3, steps should be taken to protect the skin and eyes from the damaging effects of UV radiation – for information go to: Skin Cancer Prevention
The UV Index typically rises throughout spring and into summer, but does not exceed 8 in the UK. A UV Index of 8 is rare, but it can sometimes reach 7 in peak summer. Indices of 9 and 10 are common in the Mediterranean area, so take extra care when travelling abroad to warmer climates.
Checking the UV Index daily during the spring and summer months enables you to take charge of your skin health and prepare for the level of sun protection required each day. Whilst online forecasts are useful, the level of sunbun producing UV radiation can vary significantly throughout the day and across locations. For instant access to a more advanced UV Index tool install the Skcin app which provides the following:
The current UV Index
The daily peak UV Index
A 2 day hourly UV Index forecast
Any location across the globe
Daily UV 3 alerts
Daily peak UV alerts
2 hourly sunscreen reminders
