UV index for Victoria peaks at UV 10 at 13:00 local time. Data as of (Indian/Mahe). Values update hourly — see this page for the current reading and hourly forecast.

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UV Index in Victoria

Live UV index for Victoria, Seychelles — current level, hourly UV forecast, peak times, WHO sun protection advice and a 5-day outlook. Now: UV 0 (Low). Peak today: UV 10 at 13:00.

Now · 22:00 · Victoria
0
Low
0–2Low3–5Moderate6–7High8–10Very High11+Extreme

Sun protection needed today: 09:00–16:00

Protection guidelines:

Max tomorrow · 13:00 — UV 10 · Very High · Clear sky: 14 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 Victoria. WHO · Methodology
Today's UV overview · Sat, Oct 10
2
8Overcast28°82%4
5
9Overcast28°81%4
7
10Partly cloudy28°80%4
9
11Light rain showers28°81%4
9
12Light rain showers28°82%4
10
13Thunderstorm28°83%4
7
14Light rain showers28°84%4
4
15Thunderstorm28°85%4
2
16Light rain showers28°84%4
% HumidityWind m/s
Max today
10at 13:00
Max tomorrow
10at 13:00
Daylight today
12h 11m05:59–18:10
Solar noon
12:05

Sun & moon in Victoria

Sun height-57°
Sun directionW 250°
Sky stateNight
-90°-60°-30°0°30°60°90°00:0006:0012:0018:0024:00Now -57°

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 263°
Civil twilight05:38–05:59 / 18:10–18:31
Nautical twilight05:14–05:38 / 18:31–18:55
Astronomical twilight04:50–05:14 / 18:55–19:20
Moon phaseNew moon · 0%
Moonrise / moonset05:31 / 17:58
Next moon quarterFirst quarter · Oct 18, 20:13

Detailed hourly UV index — Today, Oct 10

Peak UV 9.6 at 13:00 · Victoria · Local time (GMT+4)

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: 106:0027°9:0028°12:0028°15:0028°18:0028°21:0028°
ForecastClear sky

Detailed hourly UV index — Tomorrow, Oct 11

Peak UV 10.2 at 13:00 · Victoria · Local time (GMT+4)

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

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

Today — Oct 10

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers27°
06:000.0 – Low0.0Overcast27°
07:000.5 – Low0.6Overcast28°
08:002.1 – Low2.6Overcast28°
09:004.7 – Moderate5.9Overcast28°
10:006.8 – High9.7Partly cloudy28°
11:009.2 – Very High12.6Light rain showers28°
12:009.4 – Very High13.7Light rain showers28°
13:009.6 – Very High12.4Thunderstorm28°
14:007.1 – High9.3Light rain showers28°
15:003.6 – Moderate5.6Thunderstorm28°
16:001.6 – Low2.3Light rain showers28°
17:000.5 – Low0.5Light rain showers28°
18:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers28°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers28°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers28°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers28°

Tomorrow — Oct 11

HourUVClear skyWeather
05:000.0 – Low0.0Thunderstorm28°
06:000.0 – Low0.0Thunderstorm28°
07:000.6 – Low0.7Light rain showers28°
08:002.4 – Low2.7Light rain showers28°
09:005.4 – Moderate6.1Light rain showers28°
10:007.8 – Very High10.0Light rain showers28°
11:008.2 – Very High13.1Light rain showers28°
12:008.8 – Very High14.2Light rain showers28°
13:0010.2 – Very High13.0Thunderstorm28°
14:008.7 – Very High9.7Light rain showers28°
15:004.7 – Moderate5.8Partly cloudy28°
16:002.2 – Low2.4Overcast28°
17:000.5 – Low0.5Thunderstorm28°
18:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers28°
19:000.0 – Low0.0Thunderstorm28°
20:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers28°
21:000.0 – Low0.0Light rain showers28°

5-Day UV Forecast for Victoria

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 10Peak UV 10 at 13:00Sun protection: 09:00–16:0028° / 27°
6Overcast27°9Overcast28°12Light rain showers28°15Thunderstorm28°18Light rain showers28°
Sunday, Oct 11Peak UV 10 at 13:00Sun protection: 09:00–16:0028° / 28°
6Thunderstorm28°9Light rain showers28°12Light rain showers28°15Partly cloudy28°18Light rain showers28°
Monday, Oct 12Peak UV 7 at 11:00Sun protection: 09:00–15:0028° / 27°
6Light rain showers27°9Thunderstorm28°12Thunderstorm27°15Thunderstorm27°18Thunderstorm27°
Tuesday, Oct 13Peak UV 7 at 11:00Sun protection: 09:00–16:0029° / 26°
6Thunderstorm28°9Thunderstorm28°12Light rain showers27°15Rain26°18Light rain26°
Wednesday, Oct 14Peak UV 11 at 11:00Sun protection: 09:00–16:0028° / 27°
6Light rain showers28°9Thunderstorm28°12Thunderstorm28°15Thunderstorm28°18Thunderstorm28°

Peak midday UV by month in Victoria

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 11, 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.

368111413–15Jan14–16Feb13–16Mar11–14Apr10–12May9–11Jun9–11Jul10–13Aug12–14Sep13–15Oct12–14Nov12–14Dec

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 sunFeb–Mar · up to 16
Weakest sunJun–Jul · up to 11
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.

UV in Victoria: today, tomorrow and through the year

UV in Victoria peaked at 10 (very high) around 13:00 and has now faded for the evening. Patchy cloud held the peak down a little, against UV 14 under clear skies.Tomorrow looks much the same, with the peak near UV 10 (very high) around 13:00 and protection needed from 09:00 to 16:00. It turns cloudier later in the week, which should ease the UV.Few months in Victoria are stronger than October. Its strongest days reach about UV 15, while the quietest months of the year still hold around UV 11.

Location, daylight and sky in Victoria

Key facts

CountrySeychelles, La Rivière Anglaise
TimezoneIndian/Mahe (UTC+4)
Coordinates4.62° S, 55.46° E
Elevation0 m
Population≈ 22.9K
Air pressurebarometer.today

Sun & Daylight Hours in Victoria

Sunrise / sunset05:59 / 18:10
Daylight today12h 11m
Daylight tomorrow12h 11m (±0 min)
Solar noon (sun highest)12:05
Golden hour17:43–18:23
Low UV hours (UV < 3)05:00–09:00
16:00–18:00
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)09:00–16:00

Seasonal daylight range at this latitude

Longest day12h 23m (Dec 21)
Shortest day11h 51m (Jun 21)

Similar daylight hours as Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo — on the same parallel

UV index map for Victoria and nearby cities

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

As of 22:00 local time, the UV index in Victoria 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 Victoria today?

On 2026-10-10, the peak UV index forecast for Victoria is 10, expected around 13:00 local time. Check back daily: UV levels change with cloud cover, ozone, and sun angle.

What is the UV index in Victoria tomorrow?

On 2026-10-11, the UV index in Victoria is forecast to peak at 10 around 13:00 local time. Plan outdoor activities and sun protection around that peak.

What are typical maximum UV levels in Victoria by month?

Peak midday UV index in Victoria, month by month
MonthPeak midday UV
January13–15
February14–16
March13–16
April11–14
May10–12
June9–11
July9–11
August10–13
September12–14
October13–15
November12–14
December12–14
There is no real UV season in Victoria: midday levels stay in a similar range all year, from about 11 at the quietest, in June, to about 16 in February. Month by month: January (13–15), February (14–16), March (13–16), April (11–14), May (10–12), June (9–11), July (9–11), August (10–13), September (12–14), October (13–15), November (12–14), and December (12–14).Clear-sky range, 17 years of satellite data (2004–2020). On cloudy days values are typically lower.

How strong is UV in Victoria in October?

In a typical October, the midday UV index in Victoria 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 Victoria?

UV in Victoria is highest in February–March, when the midday index reaches up to 16 on clear days. The weakest sun is in June–July, around 9–11 at midday.

When do you need sun protection in Victoria?

All year round: midday UV in Victoria 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 9.6 · 13:00
Max tomorrow
UV 10.2 · 13:00
Clear sky
UV 13.7
Sunrise / Sunset
05:59 / 18:10
High UV window (UV ≥ 3)
09:00–16:00
5-Day UV Forecast
Sat 9.6 · Sun 10.2 · Mon 7 · Tue 6.9 · Wed 11.3
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