What time is UV highest in Mitchell?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Mitchell it peaks around 1:00pm at 8, which is Very high.

Do I need sunscreen in Mitchell today?

Yes, from 8:40am to 4:20pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Mitchell?

At about 4:20pm today (AEST). It rises above 3 again from about 8:20am 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 Emerald, 325 km north.

UV index Mitchell today

Today’s peak UV 8, Very high

Very high

Peaks around 1:00pm

Sun protection times in Mitchell today: 8:40am to 4:20pm. Times in AEST.

Updated 1:10am AEST. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Mitchell tomorrow

Tuesday8Very high
8:20am to 4:10pm

Very high UV tomorrow. Protection from 8:20am, with every layer you’ve got.

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday8Very high
8:20am to 4:30pm
Thursday8Very high
8:20am to 4:30pm
Friday9Very high
8:20am to 4:30pm
Saturday9Very high
8:10am to 2:00pm
Sunday6High
8:10am to 2:50pm

Hourly UV forecast for Mitchell

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

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

Peak UV in Mitchell 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

Injune

FAQs about UV in Mitchell

What time is UV highest in Mitchell?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Mitchell it peaks around 1:00pm at 8, which is Very high.
Do I need sunscreen in Mitchell today?: Yes, from 8:40am to 4:20pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Mitchell?: At about 4:20pm today (AEST). It rises above 3 again from about 8:20am 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 Emerald, 325 km north.