What time is UV highest in Port Augusta?

UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Port Augusta it peaks around 1:50pm at 7, which is High.

Do I need sunscreen in Port Augusta today?

Yes, from 10:30am 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 Port Augusta?

At about 4:20pm today (ACDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:20am 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 Adelaide, 280 km south.

UV index Port Augusta today

Today’s peak UV 7, High

High

Peaks around 1:50pm

Sun protection times in Port Augusta today: 10:30am to 4:20pm. Times in ACDT.

Updated 2:05am ACDT. Forecast from Open-Meteo.

UV index Port Augusta tomorrow

Tuesday8Very high
9:20am to 5:00pm

Very high UV tomorrow. Protection from 9:20am, with every layer you’ve got.

5-day UV forecast

Wednesday8Very high
9:10am to 5:00pm
Thursday8Very high
9:10am to 5:00pm
Friday4Moderate
11:50am to 2:20pm
Saturday8Very high
9:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday8Very high
9:00am to 4:30pm

Hourly UV forecast for Port Augusta

Hourly UV forecast for Port Augusta, times in ACDT
Time	UV index	Category
9am	1	Low
10am	2	Low
11am	4	Moderate
12pm	5	Moderate
1pm	7	High
2pm	7	High
3pm	6	High
4pm	4	Moderate
5pm	2	Low
6pm	1	Low

What to do at UV 7

High. Unprotected fair skin can burn in around 25 minutes, so hat and sunscreen on before you go. More about UV 7

Slip on clothing that covers your shouldersCollared shirts and long sleeves do more than any sunscreen.
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 shadeTrees, umbrellas and shade sails cut UV, but reflected light still reaches you.
Slide on wraparound sunglassesLook for category 2 or higher under the Australian Standard.

UV in Port Augusta over the past week

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

Peak UV in Port Augusta over the past week
Day	Peak UV	Category
Monday	7	High
Tuesday	7	High
Wednesday	5	Moderate
Thursday	3	Moderate
Friday	7	High
Saturday	7	High
Sunday	6	High

Days at 8 or above this season: 0

Nearby suburbs and beaches

FAQs about UV in Port Augusta

What time is UV highest in Port Augusta?: UV is highest around the middle of the day, when the sun is at its highest point. Today in Port Augusta it peaks around 1:50pm at 7, which is High.
Do I need sunscreen in Port Augusta today?: Yes, from 10:30am 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 Port Augusta?: At about 4:20pm today (ACDT). It rises above 3 again from about 9:20am 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 Adelaide, 280 km south.