UV Index in ‘Aqrah, Nineveh, Iraq

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4.4
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:49:05 AM) the sun reaches 42.5° above the horizon in ‘Aqrah. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 4.4 (moderate). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.

☀️ Sun Safety: When the UV index is high, protect yourself with sunscreen, shade, and a hat. Values of 6 or more indicate increased sunburn risk!

UV index in ‘Aqrah, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
42.5° 4.4 Moderate —
42.2° 4.4 Moderate —
41.8° 4.3 Moderate —
41.5° 4.2 Moderate —
41.1° 4.1 Moderate —
40.8° 4.1 Moderate —
40.4° 4.0 Moderate —
40.1° 3.9 Moderate —
39.8° 3.9 Moderate —
39.4° 3.8 Moderate —
39.1° 3.8 Moderate —
38.8° 3.7 Moderate —
38.5° 3.6 Moderate —
38.2° 3.6 Moderate —

Clear-sky values are calculated from the sun's height at solar noon (cloud-free sky, average ozone). Forecast values from Open-Meteo include clouds and load in your browser.

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The UV index in ‘Aqrah measures the intensity of ultraviolet radiation reaching the ground. Values below 3 are considered low risk, while 6 and above require sun protection such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and shade. The clear-sky value shows how strong the sun can get on each day; the forecast shows what is expected with clouds. See today's sunrise and sunset times for ‘Aqrah or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in ‘Aqrah.