What time is UV highest in Walgett?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Walgett it peaks around 1:10pm at 8, which is Very high.

Do I need sunscreen in Walgett today?

Yes, from 9:50am to 5:10pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Walgett?

At about 5:10pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:30am 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, 566 km east.

UV index Walgett today

Today’s peak UV 8, Very high

Very high

Peaks around 1:10pm

Sun protection times in Walgett today: 9:50am to 5:10pm. Times in AEDT.

Updated 2:10am AEDT. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Walgett tomorrow

Tuesday8Very high
9:30am to 5:30pm

Very high UV tomorrow. Protection from 9:30am, with every layer you’ve got.

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday8Very high
9:30am to 5:30pm
Thursday8Very high
9:20am to 5:30pm
Friday8Very high
9:20am to 5:30pm
Saturday2Low
UV stays below 3
Sunday8Very high
9:30am to 5:10pm

Hourly UV forecast for Walgett

Hourly UV forecast for Walgett, times in AEDT
Time	UV index	Category
10am	3	Moderate
11am	6	High
12pm	7	High
1pm	8	Very high
2pm	8	Very high
3pm	5	Moderate
4pm	5	Moderate
5pm	3	Moderate

What to do at UV 8

Very high. Unprotected fair skin can burn in about 15 minutes, so cover up before you head out. More about UV 8

Slip on clothing that covers your shouldersLong sleeves and a collar block more UV than any sunscreen can.
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.
Seek shadeShade from 11am to 3pm, when UV is at its strongest.
Slide on wraparound sunglassesLook for category 2 or higher under the Australian Standard.

UV in Walgett over the past week

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

Peak UV in Walgett over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	8	Very high
Tuesday	8	Very 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

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FAQs about UV in Walgett

What time is UV highest in Walgett?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Walgett it peaks around 1:10pm at 8, which is Very high.
Do I need sunscreen in Walgett today?: Yes, from 9:50am to 5:10pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Walgett?: At about 5:10pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:30am 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, 566 km east.