Boulder, Colorado

Low

2.5

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

1 hr 22 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

40 hr 49 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

15°

Feels like

15°

Humidity

23%

Questions about Boulder today

What is the UV index in Boulder right now?
The UV index in Boulder, Colorado is 2.5 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Boulder today?
Yes — UV is low (2.5) in Boulder right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Boulder?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 1 hr 22 min at the current UV index of 2.5 in Boulder. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Boulder today?
Air temperature is 15°C with 23% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 15°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Boulder?
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 Boulder, especially through summer.
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