Edmonton, Alberta

Moderate

3.0

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

1 hr 7 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

33 hr 20 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

Feels like

Humidity

39%

Questions about Edmonton today

What is the UV index in Edmonton right now?
The UV index in Edmonton, Alberta is 3.0 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Edmonton today?
Yes — UV is moderate (3.0) in Edmonton right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Edmonton?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 1 hr 7 min at the current UV index of 3.0 in Edmonton. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Edmonton today?
Air temperature is 8°C with 39% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 8°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Edmonton?
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 Edmonton, especially through summer.
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