Gold Coast, Queensland

Moderate

4.1

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

49 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

24 hr 23 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

22°

Feels like

22°

Humidity

72%

Questions about Gold Coast today

What is the UV index in Gold Coast right now?
The UV index in Gold Coast, Queensland is 4.1 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Gold Coast today?
Yes — UV is moderate (4.1) in Gold Coast right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Gold Coast?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 49 min at the current UV index of 4.1 in Gold Coast. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Gold Coast today?
Air temperature is 22°C with 72% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 22°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Gold Coast?
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 Gold Coast, especially through summer.
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