Poway, California

Moderate

3.9

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

51 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

25 hr 38 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

20°

Feels like

20°

Humidity

47%

Questions about Poway today

What is the UV index in Poway right now?
The UV index in Poway, California is 3.9 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Poway today?
Yes — UV is moderate (3.9) in Poway right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Poway?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 51 min at the current UV index of 3.9 in Poway. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Poway today?
Air temperature is 20°C with 47% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 20°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Poway?
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 Poway, especially through summer.
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