Elk Grove, California

Moderate

4.2

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

48 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

24 hr 6 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

23°

Feels like

23°

Humidity

40%

Questions about Elk Grove today

What is the UV index in Elk Grove right now?
The UV index in Elk Grove, California is 4.2 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Elk Grove today?
Yes — UV is moderate (4.2) in Elk Grove right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Elk Grove?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 48 min at the current UV index of 4.2 in Elk Grove. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Elk Grove today?
Air temperature is 23°C with 40% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 23°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Elk Grove?
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 Elk Grove, especially through summer.
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