Dorchester, Massachusetts

Low

1.2

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

2 hr 47 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

83 hr 20 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

Feels like

Humidity

63%

Questions about Dorchester today

What is the UV index in Dorchester right now?
The UV index in Dorchester, Massachusetts is 1.2 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Dorchester today?
Yes — UV is low (1.2) in Dorchester right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Dorchester?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 2 hr 47 min at the current UV index of 1.2 in Dorchester. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Dorchester today?
Air temperature is 8°C with 63% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 8°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Dorchester?
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 Dorchester, especially through summer.
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