Carlsbad, California

Moderate

3.9

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

51 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

25 hr 38 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

19°

Feels like

19°

Humidity

60%

Questions about Carlsbad today

What is the UV index in Carlsbad right now?
The UV index in Carlsbad, California is 3.9 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Carlsbad today?
Yes — UV is moderate (3.9) in Carlsbad right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Carlsbad?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 51 min at the current UV index of 3.9 in Carlsbad. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Carlsbad today?
Air temperature is 19°C with 60% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 19°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Carlsbad?
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 Carlsbad, especially through summer.
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