Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui

Low

2.6

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

1 hr 15 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

37 hr 44 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

15°

Feels like

15°

Humidity

86%

Questions about Palmerston North today

What is the UV index in Palmerston North right now?
The UV index in Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui is 2.6 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Palmerston North today?
Yes — UV is low (2.6) in Palmerston North right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Palmerston North?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 1 hr 15 min at the current UV index of 2.6 in Palmerston North. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Palmerston North today?
Air temperature is 15°C with 86% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 15°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Palmerston North?
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 Palmerston North, especially through summer.
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