Anchorage, Alaska

Low

2.5

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

1 hr 20 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

40 hr

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

HeatComfortable

Air

Feels like

Humidity

56%

Questions about Anchorage today

What is the UV index in Anchorage right now?
The UV index in Anchorage, Alaska is 2.5 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Anchorage today?
Yes — UV is low (2.5) in Anchorage right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Anchorage?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 1 hr 20 min at the current UV index of 2.5 in Anchorage. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Anchorage today?
Air temperature is 8°C with 56% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 8°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Anchorage?
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 Anchorage, especially through summer.
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