Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

Moderate

4.2

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

48 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

24 hr 6 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

17°

Feels like

17°

Humidity

70%

Questions about Rotorua today

What is the UV index in Rotorua right now?
The UV index in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty is 4.2 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Rotorua today?
Yes — UV is moderate (4.2) in Rotorua right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Rotorua?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 48 min at the current UV index of 4.2 in Rotorua. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Rotorua today?
Air temperature is 17°C with 70% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 17°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Rotorua?
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 Rotorua, especially through summer.
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