What time is UV highest in Meerschaum Vale?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Meerschaum Vale it peaks around 3:50pm at 4, which is Moderate.

Do I need sunscreen in Meerschaum Vale today?

Yes, from 3:20pm to 4:20pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Meerschaum Vale?

At about 4:20pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 11:10am tomorrow.

How accurate is this forecast?

It’s a model forecast that accounts for the sun’s angle, ozone and expected cloud, and it updates about every hour. Real readings can differ on patchy days, when cloud moves through faster than a model can predict. The nearest live sensor is in Gold Coast, 100 km north.

UV index Meerschaum Vale today

Today’s peak UV 4, Moderate

Moderate

Peaks around 3:50pm

Sun protection times in Meerschaum Vale today: 3:20pm to 4:20pm. Times in AEDT.

Updated 1:12am AEDT. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Meerschaum Vale tomorrow

Tuesday8Very high
11:10am to 3:30pm

Very high UV tomorrow. Protection from 11:10am, with every layer you’ve got.

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday7High
9:10am to 2:50pm
Thursday6High
9:20am to 5:00pm
Friday8Very high
9:00am to 5:10pm
Saturday8Very high
8:50am to 4:00pm
Sunday4Moderate
10:00am to 2:30pm

Hourly UV forecast for Meerschaum Vale

Hourly UV forecast for Meerschaum Vale, times in AEDT
Time	UV index	Category
10am	1	Low
11am	1	Low
12pm	3	Moderate
1pm	3	Moderate
2pm	3	Moderate
3pm	3	Moderate
4pm	4	Moderate
5pm	1	Low
6pm	1	Low

What to do at UV 4

Moderate. Unprotected fair skin can burn in under an hour, so protect up when you head out. More about UV 4

Slop on SPF 50 or 50+ sunscreenBroad-spectrum and water-resistant, 20 minutes before you go out. Reapply every two hours.
Slap on a broad-brimmed hatWide enough to shade your face, ears and neck. Caps leave too much exposed.
Slip on clothing that covers your shouldersCollared shirts and long sleeves do more than any sunscreen.
Slide on wraparound sunglassesLook for category 2 or higher under the Australian Standard.
Seek shadeShade matters most around the middle of the day, when UV peaks.

UV in Meerschaum Vale over the past week

Peak UV each day. This history grows every day the site runs.

Peak UV in Meerschaum Vale over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	2	Low
Tuesday	6	High
Wednesday	8	Very high
Thursday	8	Very high
Friday	8	Very high
Saturday	8	Very high
Sunday	8	Very high

Days at 8 or above this season: 0

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FAQs about UV in Meerschaum Vale

What time is UV highest in Meerschaum Vale?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Meerschaum Vale it peaks around 3:50pm at 4, which is Moderate.
Do I need sunscreen in Meerschaum Vale today?: Yes, from 3:20pm to 4:20pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Meerschaum Vale?: At about 4:20pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 11:10am tomorrow.
How accurate is this forecast?: It’s a model forecast that accounts for the sun’s angle, ozone and expected cloud, and it updates about every hour. Real readings can differ on patchy days, when cloud moves through faster than a model can predict. The nearest live sensor is in Gold Coast, 100 km north.