What time is UV highest in Winton?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Winton it peaks around 1:40pm at 8, which is Very high.

Do I need sunscreen in Winton today?

Yes, from 12:20pm to 3:40pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Winton?

At about 3:40pm 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, 431 km north-east.

UV index Winton today

Today’s peak UV 8, Very high

Very high

Peaks around 1:40pm

Sun protection times in Winton today: 12:20pm to 3:40pm. Times in AEDT.

Updated 1:43am AEDT. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Winton tomorrow

Tuesday8Very high
9:30am to 4:30pm

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

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday8Very high
9:20am to 5:10pm
Thursday8Very high
9:20am to 5:20pm
Friday8Very high
9:10am to 5:20pm
Saturday4Moderate
9:20am to 2:00pm
Sunday9Very high
9:00am to 3:10pm

Hourly UV forecast for Winton

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

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 Winton over the past week

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

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

Days at 8 or above this season: 0

Nearby suburbs and beaches

FAQs about UV in Winton

What time is UV highest in Winton?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Winton it peaks around 1:40pm at 8, which is Very high.
Do I need sunscreen in Winton today?: Yes, from 12:20pm to 3:40pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Winton?: At about 3:40pm 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, 431 km north-east.