Yakima, Washington

Moderate

3.0

UV Index · Now

Hat & SPF.

A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.

Unprotected

1 hr 6 min

until skin starts to burn.

With SPF 30

32 hr 47 min

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

HeatComfortable

Air

19°

Feels like

19°

Humidity

30%

Questions about Yakima today

What is the UV index in Yakima right now?
The UV index in Yakima, Washington is 3.0 — categorised as Moderate. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
Is it safe to go outside in Yakima today?
Yes — UV is moderate (3.0) in Yakima right now. A hat and SPF 30 are enough for most people.
How long does it take to get sunburn in Yakima?
Average unprotected skin starts to burn in roughly 1 hr 6 min at the current UV index of 3.0 in Yakima. SPF 30 multiplies that window by about 30×. Lighter skin burns faster; darker skin burns more slowly.
What does the heat feel like in Yakima today?
Air temperature is 19°C with 30% humidity, giving a "feels like" reading of 19°C — comfortable.
When is the safest time to step outside in Yakima?
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 Yakima, especially through summer.
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