Amherst, New York

Low

0.1

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

22 hr 13 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

666 hr 40 min

Average unprotected skin. Lighter skin burns faster, darker skin slower.

HeatComfortable

Air

16°

Feels like

16°

Humidity

70%

Questions about Amherst today

What is the UV index in Amherst right now?
The UV index in Amherst, New York is 0.1 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Amherst today?
Yes — UV is low (0.1) in Amherst right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Amherst?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 22 hr 13 min at the current UV index of 0.1 in Amherst. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Amherst today?
Air temperature is 16°C with 70% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 16°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Amherst?
UV is highest between 11 am and 4 pm. Early mornings (before 9 am) and late afternoons (after 5 pm) are the safest windows for unprotected skin in Amherst, especially through summer.
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