UV index for Darwin peaks at UV 12 at 12:00 local time. Data as of (Australia/Darwin). Values update hourly — see this page for the current reading and hourly forecast.

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UV Index in Darwin

Live UV index for Darwin, Australia — current level, hourly UV forecast, peak times, WHO sun protection advice and a 5-day outlook. Now: UV 0 (Low). Peak today: UV 12 at 12:00.

Now · 18:00 · Darwin
0
Low
0–2Low3–5Moderate6–7High8–10Very High11+Extreme

Sun protection needed today: 08:00–16:00

Protection guidelines:

Max tomorrow · 11:00 — UV 10 · Very High · Clear sky: 13 at 12:00

  • Avoid being outside during midday hours
  • Make sure you seek shade
  • Shirt, broad-spectrum sunscreen and hat are a must
Values are forecasts from the European CAMS model (Copernicus), not measurements from a sensor in Darwin. WHO · Methodology
Today's UV overview · Fri, Oct 16
1
7Mainly clear26°87%1
3
8Mainly clear27°81%2
6
9Partly cloudy29°70%3
9
10Partly cloudy31°60%3
11
11Partly cloudy33°54%3
12
12Partly cloudy34°47%3
11
13Partly cloudy35°43%3
8
14Overcast35°40%3
5
15Partly cloudy35°42%4
2
16Partly cloudy33°49%4
1
17Clear sky33°49%4
% HumidityWind m/s
Max today
12at 12:00
Max tomorrow
10at 11:00
Daylight today
12h 22m06:21–18:43
Solar noon
12:32

Sun & moon in Darwin

Sun height-1°
Sun directionW 260°
Sky stateCivil twilight
-90°-60°-30°0°30°60°90°00:0006:0012:0018:0024:00Now -1°

The curve traces the sun's height above the horizon through the day: 0° is the horizon, 90° is straight overhead. The higher the sun climbs, the shorter the path its rays take through the atmosphere — and the stronger the UV. The part below 0° is night.

Sunrise / sunset directionE 99° / W 261°
Civil twilight05:59–06:21 / 18:43–19:05
Nautical twilight05:34–05:59 / 19:05–19:30
Astronomical twilight05:09–05:34 / 19:30–19:55
Moon phaseWaxing crescent · 29%
Moonrise / moonset10:14 / 23:34
Next moon quarterFirst quarter · Oct 19, 01:43

Detailed hourly UV index — Today, Oct 16

Peak UV 11.9 at 12:00 · Darwin · Local time (GMT+9:30)

The solid line is the hourly UV forecast: the UV index expected each hour, with cloud cover taken into account. The dashed line is the clear-sky UV, the level it would reach under a cloudless sky. The gap between the two lines shows how much the clouds are lowering the UV.

04812Max: 12Now: 06:0025°9:0029°12:0034°15:0035°18:0032°21:0028°
ForecastClear sky

Detailed hourly UV index — Tomorrow, Oct 17

Peak UV 10.2 at 11:00 · Darwin · Local time (GMT+9:30)

04812Max: 106:0026°9:0029°12:0034°15:0034°18:0031°21:0028°
ForecastClear sky
Hour-by-hour UV index for today & tomorrow

Detailed hour-by-hour UV index forecast for Darwin — today and tomorrow. Includes UV level, clear-sky UV, weather conditions, and temperature for each hour.

Today — Oct 16

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast26°
06:000.1 – Low0.1Overcast25°
07:000.7 – Low0.7Mainly clear26°
08:002.5 – Moderate2.6Mainly clear27°
09:005.7 – High5.8Partly cloudy29°
10:008.7 – Very High9.4Partly cloudy31°
11:0011.3 – Extreme12.2Partly cloudy33°
12:0011.9 – Extreme13.1Partly cloudy34°
13:0010.9 – Extreme11.8Partly cloudy35°
14:008.4 – Very High8.8Overcast35°
15:005.1 – Moderate5.2Partly cloudy35°
16:002.2 – Low2.2Partly cloudy33°
17:000.5 – Low0.5Clear sky33°
18:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky32°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky30°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Mainly clear29°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Mainly clear28°

Tomorrow — Oct 17

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Clear sky26°
06:000.1 – Low0.1Clear sky26°
07:000.7 – Low0.7Clear sky27°
08:002.3 – Low2.6Partly cloudy28°
09:005.3 – Moderate5.7Partly cloudy29°
10:008.7 – Very High9.2Mainly clear31°
11:0010.2 – Very High11.9Mainly clear33°
12:009.9 – Very High12.8Mainly clear34°
13:008.2 – Very High11.5Partly cloudy36°
14:005.2 – Moderate8.7Overcast36°
15:003.6 – Moderate5.2Partly cloudy34°
16:001.9 – Low2.2Mainly clear33°
17:000.5 – Low0.5Clear sky33°
18:000.0 – Low0.0Mainly clear31°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy30°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy29°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast28°

5-Day UV Forecast for Darwin

The 5-day UV index forecast shows each day's peak UV and the time it's reached, plus daily high and low temperatures and an hourly UV curve, so you can plan sun protection for the days ahead.

Today, Oct 16Peak UV 12 at 12:00Sun protection: 08:00–16:0035° / 25°
6Overcast25°9Partly cloudy29°12Partly cloudy34°15Partly cloudy35°18Clear sky32°
Saturday, Oct 17Peak UV 10 at 11:00Sun protection: 09:00–16:0036° / 26°
6Clear sky26°9Partly cloudy29°12Mainly clear34°15Partly cloudy34°18Mainly clear31°
Sunday, Oct 18Peak UV 12 at 12:00Sun protection: 09:00–16:0036° / 26°
6Mainly clear26°9Partly cloudy30°12Partly cloudy34°15Partly cloudy33°18Clear sky31°
Monday, Oct 19Peak UV 12 at 12:00Sun protection: 09:00–16:0036° / 26°
6Partly cloudy26°9Mainly clear30°12Mainly clear35°15Overcast35°18Mainly clear31°
Tuesday, Oct 20Peak UV 12 at 12:00Sun protection: 08:00–16:0035° / 26°
6Mainly clear26°9Overcast30°12Partly cloudy35°15Partly cloudy34°18Clear sky32°

Peak midday UV by month in Darwin

It's October: on clear days, the midday sun here usually peaks around UV 13–15. That's very intense: around midday you need shade, covering clothes and sunscreen.

The sun is strong here all year round: even in the mildest months, midday UV reaches about 9, so protection is needed in every season. Treat these numbers as the most sun you should expect around noon: clouds typically lower the real value, while reflections from snow, sand or water can add to the UV your skin actually receives. Today's actual UV is in the forecast above.

36811141714–16Jan14–16Feb13–16Mar10–14Apr8–11May8–9Jun8–10Jul9–12Aug11–14Sep13–15Oct13–15Nov13–15Dec

Each bar shows the range the midday UV index moves through on clear days in that month, from the gentlest days up to what the strongest days typically reach, based on 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). The small light line inside a bar is an ordinary day's midday level.

Based on TEMIS data. Copyright © KNMI/ESA — https://www.temis.nl/

In October the strong sun is in the southern hemisphere: UV reaches high levels across most of it, while the northern hemisphere outside the tropics has its mild season.

See the world map for October →

The UV year at a glance

Strongest sunJan–Mar · up to 16
Weakest sunJun · up to 9
Protection needed (UV 3+)all year
Extra protection (UV 8+)all year

Months when the midday sun gets strong enough to need protection. Based on clear days; clouds typically lower UV.

See also: Darwin temperature and rainfall by month →

UV in Darwin: today, tomorrow and through the year

UV in Darwin peaked at 12 (extreme) around 12:00 and has now faded for the evening. Skies stayed clear today, letting the sun through at close to full strength.Tomorrow eases off, with the peak down to UV 10 (very high) around 11:00, though protection still matters from 09:00 to 16:00.Across the year, October sits near the top of the UV range in Darwin: its strongest days reach about UV 15, and even the quietest months stay around UV 9.

About Darwin

Darwin is the capital of Australia's Northern Territory and the country's most northerly capital, a tropical city of around 140,000 on the Top End coast. Lying close to the equator, it has powerful sun all year split between a wet and a dry season rather than a summer peak. On clear days the midday index runs to 16 from January through March and stays at 11 or above from August all the way to May. Even June, the quietest month, reads 9. The coast reflects extra light, so shade in the middle of the day, a hat and sunscreen are simply part of daily life this far north.

Sources:Wikipedia: Darwin, Northern TerritoryRadiation: The ultraviolet (UV) indexTEMIS UV index climatology, 2004–2020 (satellite-derived clear-sky)

Location, daylight and sky in Darwin

Key facts

CountryAustralia, Northern Territory
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates12.46° S, 130.84° E
Elevation27 m
Population≈ 140K
Air pressurebarometer.today

Sun & Daylight Hours in Darwin

Sunrise / sunset06:21 / 18:43
Daylight today12h 22m
Daylight tomorrow12h 23m (+1 min)
Solar noon (sun highest)12:32
Golden hour18:15–18:56
Low UV hours (UV < 3)06:00–08:00
16:00–18:00
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)08:00–16:00

Seasonal daylight range at this latitude

Longest day12h 52m (Dec 21)
Shortest day11h 23m (Jun 21)

Similar daylight hours as Lima, Peru — on the same parallel

UV index map for Darwin and nearby cities

This map shows the current UV forecast for Darwin and the area around it. One forecast value covers a region of roughly 40 km, so it is a good guide for the area as a whole rather than an exact reading for one spot. In places with big height differences, or where the ground is covered by snow, the real UV can differ from what the map shows.

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What is the UV index in Darwin right now?

As of 18:00 local time, the UV index in Darwin is 0 (Low). UV changes hour by hour. See the hourly chart above for how it rises and falls today.

What is the UV index in Darwin today?

On 2026-10-16, the peak UV index forecast for Darwin is 12, expected around 12:00 local time. Check back daily: UV levels change with cloud cover, ozone, and sun angle.

What is the UV index in Darwin tomorrow?

On 2026-10-17, the UV index in Darwin is forecast to peak at 10 around 11:00 local time. Plan outdoor activities and sun protection around that peak.

What are typical maximum UV levels in Darwin by month?

Peak midday UV index in Darwin, month by month
MonthPeak midday UV
January14–16
February14–16
March13–16
April10–14
May8–11
June8–9
July8–10
August9–12
September11–14
October13–15
November13–15
December13–15
The weakest sun is in June, when midday UV stays around 8–9. From there it climbs: July (8–10), August (9–12), September (11–14), October (13–15), November (13–15), and December (13–15). The strongest sun is in January, February, and March, reaching 13–16 on clear days. It eases back through April (10–14) and May (8–11).Clear-sky range, 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). On cloudy days values are typically lower.

How strong is UV in Darwin in October?

In a typical October, the midday UV index in Darwin reaches 13–15 on clear days, based on 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). Cloudy days typically run lower. Check the live forecast for today's value.

Which months have the highest UV in Darwin?

UV in Darwin is highest in January–March, when the midday index reaches up to 16 on clear days. The weakest sun is in June, around 8–9 at midday.

When do you need sun protection in Darwin?

All year round: midday UV in Darwin reaches 3 or higher (the WHO protection level) in every month. In every month it can reach UV 8 or more. The WHO then advises extra protection: avoid the midday sun and cover up.

Forecast · UV Index

Now
UV 0 (Low)
Max today
UV 11.9 · 12:00
Max tomorrow
UV 10.2 · 11:00
Clear sky
UV 13.1
Sunrise / Sunset
06:21 / 18:43
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)
08:00–16:00
5-Day UV Forecast
Fri 11.9 · Sat 10.2 · Sun 11.5 · Mon 11.7 · Tue 11.9

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About the UV Index

What is the UV index?

The UV index (UVI) is an international standard measure of the strength of ultraviolet radiation from the sun at a particular place and time. It ranges from 0 (nighttime) to 11+ (extreme). Higher values mean greater risk of sunburn, skin damage, and eye injury. The UV index was developed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to help people protect themselves from harmful UV radiation.

How do I check the UV index today?

This page shows the live UV index for your location using data from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS). You get the current UV level, an hourly UV forecast chart for today and tomorrow, and the exact peak UV time — so you always know when sun protection is most important.

When is UV radiation strongest?

UV radiation is typically strongest between 10:00 and 16:00, when the sun is highest in the sky. However, the exact peak time and intensity depend on your latitude, the season, altitude, cloud cover, and ozone levels. Check the UV forecast chart above to see today's exact peak time for your location.

How can I protect myself from UV radiation?

Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, wear protective clothing and a wide-brimmed hat, seek shade during peak UV hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. The WHO recommends sun protection when the UV index is 3 or above.

Where does the UV data come from?

The hourly UV index on this site comes from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), operated by ECMWF on behalf of the European Union. CAMS calculates the UV biologically effective dose using total column ozone, aerosol optical depth, and cloud cover. The global forecast has a spatial resolution of approximately 40 km and provides hourly UV index values for up to 5 days ahead.

What does "clear-sky UV index" mean?

The clear-sky UV index shows how strong ultraviolet radiation would be if there were no clouds at all. It is calculated using the same atmospheric data — ozone column thickness, aerosol concentrations, and solar angle — but assumes completely cloudless conditions. Comparing the actual UV index with the clear-sky value shows how much clouds are reducing UV exposure at any given time. On overcast days, actual UV can be significantly lower than the clear-sky value.

How often is the UV forecast updated?

The CAMS global UV forecast is updated twice daily, based on model runs initialized at 00:00 and 12:00 UTC. Weather data such as temperature, cloud cover, and sunrise/sunset times is updated every 1–6 hours depending on the region, using weather models from national meteorological services via Open-Meteo. The first 1–2 days of the forecast are typically the most accurate.

What does the WHO recommend for each UV level?

Low (0–2) — No protection needed. You can safely enjoy being outside
Moderate (3–5) — Seek shade during midday hours. Wear a shirt, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, and put on a hat. Wear UV-blocking sunglasses
High (6–7) — Seek shade during midday hours. Wear a shirt, apply broad-spectrum sunscreen, and put on a hat. Wear UV-blocking sunglasses
Very High (8–10) — Avoid being outside during midday hours. Make sure you seek shade. Shirt, broad-spectrum sunscreen and hat are a must
Extreme (11+) — Avoid being outside during midday hours. Make sure you seek shade. Shirt, broad-spectrum sunscreen and hat are a must

Source: WHO Global Solar UV Index, 2002

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