What time is UV highest in Wentworth Falls?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Wentworth Falls it peaks around 11:00am at 6, which is High.

Do I need sunscreen in Wentworth Falls today?

Yes, from 9:30am to 2:30pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Wentworth Falls?

At about 2:30pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:20am 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, 697 km north-east.

UV index Wentworth Falls today

Today’s peak UV 6, High

High

Peaks around 11:00am

Sun protection times in Wentworth Falls today: 9:30am to 2:30pm. Times in AEDT.

Updated 1:53am AEDT. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Wentworth Falls tomorrow

Tuesday8Very high
9:20am to 5:10pm

Very high UV tomorrow. Protection from 9:20am, with every layer you’ve got.

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday8Very high
9:40am to 5:10pm
Thursday8Very high
9:20am to 5:20pm
Friday8Very high
9:20am to 5:20pm
Saturday7High
10:00am to 3:30pm
Sunday8Very high
9:40am to 4:40pm

Hourly UV forecast for Wentworth Falls

Hourly UV forecast for Wentworth Falls, times in AEDT
Time	UV index	Category
9am	2	Low
10am	4	Moderate
11am	6	High
12pm	4	Moderate
1pm	2	Low
2pm	4	Moderate
3pm	2	Low
4pm	2	Low
5pm	1	Low

What to do at UV 6

High. Unprotected fair skin can burn in around 25 minutes, so hat and sunscreen on before you go. More about UV 6

Slip on clothing that covers your shouldersCollared shirts and long sleeves do more than any sunscreen.
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 shadeTrees, umbrellas and shade sails cut UV, but reflected light still reaches you.
Slide on wraparound sunglassesLook for category 2 or higher under the Australian Standard.

UV in Wentworth Falls over the past week

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

Peak UV in Wentworth Falls over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	3	Moderate
Tuesday	7	High
Wednesday	7	High
Thursday	7	High
Friday	6	High
Saturday	6	High
Sunday	8	Very high

Days at 8 or above this season: 0

Nearby suburbs and beaches

FAQs about UV in Wentworth Falls

What time is UV highest in Wentworth Falls?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Wentworth Falls it peaks around 11:00am at 6, which is High.
Do I need sunscreen in Wentworth Falls today?: Yes, from 9:30am to 2:30pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Wentworth Falls?: At about 2:30pm today (AEDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:20am 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, 697 km north-east.