Sydney, New South Wales

Low

1.4

UV Index · Now

Step out.

You can step out without sun protection.

Unprotected

2 hr 28 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

74 hr 4 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

15°

Feels like

15°

Humidity

82%

Questions about Sydney today

What is the UV index in Sydney right now?
The UV index in Sydney, New South Wales is 1.4 — categorised as Low. You can step out without sun protection.
Is it safe to go outside in Sydney today?
Yes — UV is low (1.4) in Sydney right now. You can step out without sun protection.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Sydney?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 2 hr 28 min at the current UV index of 1.4 in Sydney. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Sydney today?
Air temperature is 15°C with 82% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 15°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Sydney?
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 Sydney, especially through summer.
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