What time is UV highest in Peachester?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Peachester it peaks around 11:50am at 8, which is Very high.

Do I need sunscreen in Peachester today?

Yes, from 8:50am to 3:10pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.

When does UV drop below 3 in Peachester?

At about 3:10pm 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 Gold Coast, 143 km south.

UV index Peachester today

Today’s peak UV 8, Very high

Very high

Peaks around 11:50am

Sun protection times in Peachester today: 8:50am to 3:10pm. Times in AEST.

Updated 12:39am AEST. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Peachester 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
8:10am to 3:30pm
Thursday4Moderate
9:00am to 3:30pm
Friday8Very high
8:10am to 4:10pm
Saturday8Very high
7:50am to 4:10pm
Sunday8Very high
8:10am to 4:10pm

Hourly UV forecast for Peachester

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

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

Peak UV in Peachester over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	4	Moderate
Tuesday	3	Moderate
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

FAQs about UV in Peachester

What time is UV highest in Peachester?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Peachester it peaks around 11:50am at 8, which is Very high.
Do I need sunscreen in Peachester today?: Yes, from 8:50am to 3:10pm, when UV is 3 or higher. Outside those hours the risk is low for short spells outside.
When does UV drop below 3 in Peachester?: At about 3:10pm 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 Gold Coast, 143 km south.