Cairns, Queensland

Moderate

4.5

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

45 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

22 hr 28 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

24°

Feels like

24°

Humidity

78%

Questions about Cairns today

What is the UV index in Cairns right now?
The UV index in Cairns, Queensland is 4.5 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Cairns today?
Yes — UV is moderate (4.5) in Cairns right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Cairns?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 45 min at the current UV index of 4.5 in Cairns. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Cairns today?
Air temperature is 24°C with 78% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 24°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Cairns?
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 Cairns, especially through summer.
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