What time is UV highest in Herberton?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Herberton it peaks around 12:50pm at 9, which is Very high.

Do I need sunscreen in Herberton today?

Yes, from 8:30am to 4:50pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Herberton?

At about 4:50pm today (AEST). It rises above 3 again from about 8:30am 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 Townsville, 260 km south-east.

UV index Herberton today

Today’s peak UV 9, Very high

Very high

Peaks around 12:50pm

Sun protection times in Herberton today: 8:30am to 4:50pm. Times in AEST.

Updated 12:34am AEST. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Herberton tomorrow

Tuesday9Very high
8:30am to 4:50pm

Very high UV tomorrow. Protection from 8:30am, with every layer you’ve got.

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday9Very high
8:30am to 4:50pm
Thursday9Very high
8:20am to 4:50pm
Friday9Very high
8:20am to 4:50pm
Saturday9Very high
8:30am to 4:50pm
Sunday9Very high
8:30am to 4:50pm

Hourly UV forecast for Herberton

Hourly UV forecast for Herberton, times in AEST
Time	UV index	Category
8am	2	Low
9am	4	Moderate
10am	5	Moderate
11am	6	High
12pm	9	Very high
1pm	9	Very high
2pm	8	Very high
3pm	7	High
4pm	5	Moderate
5pm	3	Moderate
6pm	1	Low

What to do at UV 9

Very high. Unprotected fair skin can burn in about 15 minutes, so cover up before you head out. More about UV 9

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 Herberton over the past week

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

Peak UV in Herberton over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	9	Very high
Tuesday	9	Very high
Wednesday	9	Very high
Thursday	6	High
Friday	9	Very high
Saturday	9	Very high
Sunday	9	Very high

Days at 8 or above this season: 0

Nearby suburbs and beaches

FAQs about UV in Herberton

What time is UV highest in Herberton?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Herberton it peaks around 12:50pm at 9, which is Very high.
Do I need sunscreen in Herberton today?: Yes, from 8:30am to 4:50pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Herberton?: At about 4:50pm today (AEST). It rises above 3 again from about 8:30am 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 Townsville, 260 km south-east.