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UV Index Svalbard

Svalbard
0
low
08:00
10:00
12:00
14:00
16:00
18:00
hours of sunshine
4 h
Polar day
20°
max
low
moderate
high
very high
extreme
1
low
1
08:00
1
1
10:00
1
12:00
14:00
16:00
18:00
hours of sunshine
12 h
Polar day
21°
max
1
low
08:00
1
1
10:00
1
1
12:00
1
14:00
16:00
18:00
hours of sunshine
11 h
Polar day
23°
max
2
low
1
08:00
1
1
10:00
2
2
12:00
2
2
14:00
2
1
16:00
1
1
18:00
hours of sunshine
18 h
Polar day
25°
max
1
low
08:00
10:00
12:00
1
14:00
1
1
16:00
1
1
18:00
hours of sunshine
10 h
Polar day
28°
max
2
low
1
08:00
1
10:00
1
12:00
2
2
14:00
2
2
16:00
2
1
18:00
hours of sunshine
12 h
Polar day
30°
max

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Knowing the UV index value helps you to better plan your outdoor stay. Protective measures such as sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended when the UV index value is high. Staying in the shade and wearing suitable clothing with UV protection can also help to avoid health damage such as sunburn or even dangerous skin cancer.

0-2
low: no protective measures necessary.
3-5
moderate: protection necessary.

During midday hours, seek shade, wear appropriate clothing, hat and sunglasses, use sunscreen with sufficient sun protection factor for uncovered skin.

6-7
high: protection necessary.

During midday hours, seek shade, wear appropriate clothing, hat and sunglasses, use sunscreen with sufficient sun protection factor for uncovered skin.

8-10
very high: special protection necessary.

Avoid being outdoors at midday. If this is not possible, seek shade. Wear sunglasses, appropriate clothing and a hat with a wide brim. Apply sun cream with a high sun protection factor.

11-12
extreme: special protection necessary.

Avoid being outdoors at midday. If this is not possible, seek shade. Wear sunglasses, appropriate clothing and a hat with a wide brim. Apply sun cream with a high sun protection factor.