Tauranga, 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

18°

Feels like

18°

Humidity

76%

Questions about Tauranga today

What is the UV index in Tauranga right now?
The UV index in Tauranga, 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 Tauranga today?
Yes — UV is moderate (4.2) in Tauranga right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Tauranga?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 48 min at the current UV index of 4.2 in Tauranga. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Tauranga today?
Air temperature is 18°C with 76% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 18°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Tauranga?
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 Tauranga, especially through summer.
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