Columbia, South Carolina

Low

1.9

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

1 hr 43 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

51 hr 17 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

21°

Feels like

21°

Humidity

70%

Questions about Columbia today

What is the UV index in Columbia right now?
The UV index in Columbia, South Carolina is 1.9 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Columbia today?
Yes — UV is low (1.9) in Columbia right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Columbia?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 1 hr 43 min at the current UV index of 1.9 in Columbia. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Columbia today?
Air temperature is 21°C with 70% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 21°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Columbia?
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 Columbia, especially through summer.
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