Ankeny, Iowa

Low

0.8

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

4 hr 10 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

125 hr

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

HeatComfortable

Air

12°

Feels like

12°

Humidity

57%

Questions about Ankeny today

What is the UV index in Ankeny right now?
The UV index in Ankeny, Iowa is 0.8 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Ankeny today?
Yes — UV is low (0.8) in Ankeny right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Ankeny?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 4 hr 10 min at the current UV index of 0.8 in Ankeny. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Ankeny today?
Air temperature is 12°C with 57% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 12°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Ankeny?
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 Ankeny, especially through summer.
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