Lafayette, Louisiana

Moderate

3.5

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

56 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

28 hr 10 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

28°

Feels like

30°

Humidity

64%

Questions about Lafayette today

What is the UV index in Lafayette right now?
The UV index in Lafayette, Louisiana is 3.5 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Lafayette today?
Yes — UV is moderate (3.5) in Lafayette right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Lafayette?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 56 min at the current UV index of 3.5 in Lafayette. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Lafayette today?
Air temperature is 28°C with 64% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 30°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Lafayette?
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 Lafayette, especially through summer.
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