Iowa City, Iowa

Low

1.6

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

2 hr 9 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

64 hr 31 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

17°

Feels like

17°

Humidity

42%

Questions about Iowa City today

What is the UV index in Iowa City right now?
The UV index in Iowa City, Iowa is 1.6 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Iowa City today?
Yes — UV is low (1.6) in Iowa City right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Iowa City?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 2 hr 9 min at the current UV index of 1.6 in Iowa City. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Iowa City today?
Air temperature is 17°C with 42% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 17°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Iowa City?
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 Iowa City, especially through summer.
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