Richmond, Virginia

Low

0.8

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

4 hr 10 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

125 hr

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

HeatComfortable

Air

19°

Feels like

19°

Humidity

54%

Questions about Richmond today

What is the UV index in Richmond right now?
The UV index in Richmond, Virginia is 0.8 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Richmond today?
Yes — UV is low (0.8) in Richmond right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Richmond?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 4 hr 10 min at the current UV index of 0.8 in Richmond. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Richmond today?
Air temperature is 19°C with 54% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 19°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Richmond?
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 Richmond, especially through summer.
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