UV index for Šibenik peaks at UV 3 at 12:00 local time. Data as of (Europe/Zagreb). Values update hourly — see this page for the current reading and hourly forecast.

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UV Index in Šibenik

Live UV index for Šibenik, Croatia — current level, hourly UV forecast, peak times, WHO sun protection advice and a 5-day outlook. Now: UV 2 (Low). Peak today: UV 3 at 12:00.

Now · 15:00 · Šibenik
2
Low
0–2Low3–5Moderate6–7High8–10Very High11+Extreme

Sun protection needed today: 11:00–14:00

Protection guidelines:

Now · 15:00 — UV 2 · Low · Clear sky: 2

  • No protection needed
  • You can safely enjoy being outside
Values are forecasts from the European CAMS model (Copernicus), not measurements from a sensor in Šibenik. WHO · Methodology
Today's UV overview · Thu, Oct 8
1
9Mainly clear23°74%7
2
10Mainly clear24°70%8
3
11Mainly clear24°67%9
3
12Overcast25°66%9
3
13Overcast25°66%10
2
14Overcast25°64%10
2
15Overcast25°64%10
1
16Overcast25°68%9
% HumidityWind m/s
Max today
3at 12:00
Max tomorrow
3at 12:00
Daylight today
11h 23m07:02–18:25
Solar noon
12:44

Sun & moon in Šibenik

Sun height31°
Sun directionSW 223°
Sky stateDaylight
-90°-60°-30°0°30°60°90°00:0006:0012:0018:0024:00Now 31°

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 97° / W 262°
Civil twilight06:33–07:02 / 18:25–18:53
Nautical twilight06:00–06:33 / 18:53–19:27
Astronomical twilight05:26–06:00 / 19:27–20:00
Moon phaseWaning crescent · 5%
Moonrise / moonset04:26 / 17:16
Next moon quarterNew moon · Oct 10, 17:50

Detailed hourly UV index — Today, Oct 8

Peak UV 3.2 at 12:00 · Šibenik · Local time (GMT+2)

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.

01234Max: 3Now: 26:0021°9:0023°12:0025°15:0025°18:0023°21:0022°
ForecastClear sky

Detailed hourly UV index — Tomorrow, Oct 9

Peak UV 2.8 at 12:00 · Šibenik · Local time (GMT+2)

01234Max: 36:0022°9:0023°12:0025°15:0024°18:0023°21:0021°
ForecastClear sky
Hour-by-hour UV index for today & tomorrow

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

Today — Oct 8

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast21°
06:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy21°
07:000.0 – Low0.0Mainly clear21°
08:000.3 – Low0.3Mainly clear21°
09:000.8 – Low0.9Mainly clear23°
10:001.9 – Low2.0Mainly clear24°
11:002.8 – Moderate3.1Mainly clear24°
12:003.2 – Moderate3.8Overcast25°
13:002.8 – Moderate3.9Overcast25°
14:002.1 – Low3.2Overcast25°
15:001.7 – Low2.1Overcast25°
16:001.0 – Low1.1Overcast25°
17:000.4 – Low0.4Overcast24°
18:000.1 – Low0.1Partly cloudy23°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy22°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy22°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Partly cloudy22°

Tomorrow — Oct 9

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast21°
06:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast22°
07:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast22°
08:000.2 – Low0.3Overcast22°
09:000.8 – Low0.9Overcast23°
10:001.8 – Low2.0Overcast24°
11:002.7 – Moderate3.1Overcast25°
12:002.8 – Moderate3.8Partly cloudy25°
13:002.5 – Low3.9Partly cloudy24°
14:002.1 – Low3.2Partly cloudy24°
15:001.4 – Low2.1Partly cloudy24°
16:000.8 – Low1.1Mainly clear24°
17:000.3 – Low0.4Mainly clear23°
18:000.0 – Low0.1Overcast23°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast22°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast22°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast21°

5-Day UV Forecast for Šibenik

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 8Peak UV 3 at 12:00Sun protection: 11:00–14:0025° / 21°
6Partly cloudy21°9Mainly clear23°12Overcast25°15Overcast25°18Partly cloudy23°
Friday, Oct 9Peak UV 3 at 12:00Sun protection: 11:00–13:0025° / 21°
6Overcast22°9Overcast23°12Partly cloudy25°15Partly cloudy24°18Overcast23°
Saturday, Oct 10Peak UV 2 at 12:0021° / 19°
6Light rain20°9Overcast20°12Light rain showers21°15Light rain showers21°18Light rain20°
Sunday, Oct 11Peak UV 4 at 12:00Sun protection: 11:00–15:0021° / 17°
6Light rain showers17°9Light rain showers18°12Overcast20°15Mainly clear21°18Mainly clear20°
Monday, Oct 12Peak UV 2 at 11:0023° / 14°
6Clear sky14°9Clear sky16°12Clear sky21°15Mainly clear23°18Mainly clear21°

Peak midday UV by month in Šibenik

It's October: on clear days, the midday sun here usually peaks around UV 2–5. That's strong enough that your skin needs protection in the middle of the day.

Over the year, the sun is strongest in June–August (up to UV 9 on clear days) and weakest in December (around 1 at midday). 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.

368111–2Jan1–3Feb2–5Mar4–7Apr6–8May7–9Jun7–9Jul6–9Aug4–7Sep2–5Oct1–2Nov1Dec

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 sunJun–Aug · up to 9
Weakest sunDec · up to 1
Protection needed (UV 3+)Feb–Oct
Extra protection (UV 8+)May–Aug

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

UV in Šibenik: today, tomorrow and through the year

UV in Šibenik now reads 2 (low), well below the 3 (moderate) it reached around 12:00. Patchy cloud held the peak down a little, against UV 4 under clear skies.Tomorrow follows the same pattern: a peak of UV 3 (moderate) around 12:00, with protection needed between 11:00 and 13:00.The strongest months in Šibenik are behind it by October, and UV eases further over the months that follow.

Location, daylight and sky in Šibenik

Key facts

CountryCroatia, Šibenik-Knin
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb (UTC+2)
Coordinates43.73° N, 15.89° E
Elevation0 m
Population≈ 31.1K
Air pressurebarometer.today

Sun & Daylight Hours in Šibenik

Sunrise / sunset07:02 / 18:25
Daylight today11h 23m
Daylight tomorrow11h 20m (-3 min)
Solar noon (sun highest)12:44
Golden hour17:46–18:42
Low UV hours (UV < 3)07:00–11:00
14:00–18:00
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)11:00–14:00

Seasonal daylight range at this latitude

Longest day15h 27m (Jun 21)
Shortest day8h 55m (Dec 21)

Similar daylight hours as Toronto, Canada — on the same parallel

UV index map for Šibenik and nearby cities

This map shows the current UV forecast for Šibenik 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 Šibenik right now?

As of 15:00 local time, the UV index in Šibenik is 2 (Low). UV changes hour by hour. See the hourly chart above for how it rises and falls today.

What is the UV index in Šibenik today?

On 2026-10-08, the peak UV index forecast for Šibenik is 3, 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 Šibenik tomorrow?

On 2026-10-09, the UV index in Šibenik is forecast to peak at 3 around 12:00 local time. Plan outdoor activities and sun protection around that peak.

What are typical maximum UV levels in Šibenik by month?

Peak midday UV index in Šibenik, month by month
MonthPeak midday UV
January1–2
February1–3
March2–5
April4–7
May6–8
June7–9
July7–9
August6–9
September4–7
October2–5
November1–2
December1
The weakest sun is in December, when midday UV stays around 1. From there it climbs: January (1–2), February (1–3), March (2–5), April (4–7), and May (6–8). The strongest sun is in June, July, and August, reaching 6–9 on clear days. It eases back through September (4–7), October (2–5), and November (1–2).Clear-sky range, 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). On cloudy days values are typically lower.

How strong is UV in Šibenik in October?

In a typical October, the midday UV index in Šibenik reaches 2–5 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 Šibenik?

UV in Šibenik is highest in June–August, when the midday index reaches up to 9 on clear days. The weakest sun is in December, around 1 at midday.

When do you need sun protection in Šibenik?

In February–October, the midday sun in Šibenik regularly reaches UV 3 or higher, the level at which the WHO recommends protection (shade, clothing, sunscreen). In May–August it can reach UV 8 or more, when the WHO advises extra protection: avoid the midday sun and cover up.

Forecast · UV Index

Now
UV 1.7 (Low)
Max today
UV 3.2 · 12:00
Max tomorrow
UV 2.8 · 12:00
Clear sky
UV 3.9
Sunrise / Sunset
07:02 / 18:25
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)
11:00–14:00
5-Day UV Forecast
Thu 3.2 · Fri 2.8 · Sat 1.6 · Sun 3.6 · Mon 1.9
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