Porirua, Wellington Region

Moderate

3.6

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

55 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

27 hr 24 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

16°

Feels like

16°

Humidity

85%

Questions about Porirua today

What is the UV index in Porirua right now?
The UV index in Porirua, Wellington Region is 3.6 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Porirua today?
Yes — UV is moderate (3.6) in Porirua right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Porirua?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 55 min at the current UV index of 3.6 in Porirua. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Porirua today?
Air temperature is 16°C with 85% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 16°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Porirua?
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 Porirua, especially through summer.
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