San Jose, California

Moderate

4.3

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

47 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

23 hr 15 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

20°

Feels like

20°

Humidity

49%

Questions about San Jose today

What is the UV index in San Jose right now?
The UV index in San Jose, California is 4.3 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in San Jose today?
Yes — UV is moderate (4.3) in San Jose right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in San Jose?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 47 min at the current UV index of 4.3 in San Jose. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in San Jose today?
Air temperature is 20°C with 49% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 20°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in San Jose?
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 San Jose, especially through summer.
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