What time is UV highest in North Tumbulgum?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in North Tumbulgum it peaks around 2:40pm at 4, which is Moderate.

Do I need sunscreen in North Tumbulgum today?

Yes, from 1:40pm to 3:20pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in North Tumbulgum?

At about 3:20pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:10am 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, 26 km north.

UV index North Tumbulgum today

Today’s peak UV 4, Moderate

Moderate

Peaks around 2:40pm

Sun protection times in North Tumbulgum today: 1:40pm to 3:20pm. Times in AEDT.

Updated 1:04am AEDT. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index North Tumbulgum tomorrow

Tuesday7High
9:10am to 5:00pm

Hat weather from 9:10am. UV climbs to 7 around the middle of the day.

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday8Very high
9:00am to 3:10pm
Thursday5Moderate
9:10am to 5:00pm
Friday8Very high
9:00am to 5:10pm
Saturday8Very high
8:50am to 4:50pm
Sunday7High
9:00am to 2:30pm

Hourly UV forecast for North Tumbulgum

Hourly UV forecast for North Tumbulgum, times in AEDT
Time	UV index	Category
8am	1	Low
9am	1	Low
10am	1	Low
11am	2	Low
12pm	3	Moderate
1pm	2	Low
2pm	3	Moderate
3pm	4	Moderate
4pm	2	Low
5pm	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 North Tumbulgum over the past week

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

Peak UV in North Tumbulgum over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	3	Moderate
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

Nearby suburbs and beaches

FAQs about UV in North Tumbulgum

What time is UV highest in North Tumbulgum?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in North Tumbulgum it peaks around 2:40pm at 4, which is Moderate.
Do I need sunscreen in North Tumbulgum today?: Yes, from 1:40pm to 3:20pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in North Tumbulgum?: At about 3:20pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:10am 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, 26 km north.