Newcastle, New South Wales

Moderate

3.4

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

59 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

29 hr 25 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

21°

Feels like

21°

Humidity

69%

Questions about Newcastle today

What is the UV index in Newcastle right now?
The UV index in Newcastle, New South Wales is 3.4 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Newcastle today?
Yes — UV is moderate (3.4) in Newcastle right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Newcastle?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 59 min at the current UV index of 3.4 in Newcastle. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Newcastle today?
Air temperature is 21°C with 69% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 21°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Newcastle?
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 Newcastle, especially through summer.
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