What time is UV highest in Mount Low?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Mount Low it peaks around 12:30pm at 9, which is Very high.

Do I need sunscreen in Mount Low today?

Yes, from 8:30am to 4:40pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Mount Low?

At about 4:40pm 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, 15 km south-east.

UV index Mount Low today

Today’s peak UV 9, Very high

Very high

Peaks around 12:30pm

Sun protection times in Mount Low today: 8:30am to 4:40pm. Times in AEST.

Updated 12:21am AEST. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Mount Low tomorrow

Tuesday9Very high
8:30am to 4:40pm

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

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday9Very high
8:50am to 4:40pm
Thursday9Very high
8:20am to 4:40pm
Friday9Very high
9:40am to 4:40pm
Saturday9Very high
8:10am to 4:40pm
Sunday9Very high
8:10am to 4:40pm

Hourly UV forecast for Mount Low

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

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

Peak UV in Mount Low over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	9	Very high
Tuesday	9	Very high
Wednesday	9	Very high
Thursday	9	Very 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 Mount Low

What time is UV highest in Mount Low?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Mount Low it peaks around 12:30pm at 9, which is Very high.
Do I need sunscreen in Mount Low today?: Yes, from 8:30am to 4:40pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Mount Low?: At about 4:40pm 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, 15 km south-east.