8.4
Very High · clear-sky maximum
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
At solar noon (12:04:53 PM) the sun reaches 57.8° above the horizon in Ash Shara'i`. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 8.4 (very high). 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 Ash Shara'i`, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57.8° | 8.4 Very High | — | |
| 57.4° | 8.3 Very High | — | |
| 57.1° | 8.3 Very High | — | |
| 56.7° | 8.2 Very High | — | |
| 56.4° | 8.1 Very High | — | |
| 56.0° | 8.0 Very High | — | |
| 55.7° | 7.9 High | — | |
| 55.4° | 7.9 High | — | |
| 55.0° | 7.8 High | — | |
| 54.7° | 7.7 High | — | |
| 54.4° | 7.6 High | — | |
| 54.1° | 7.6 High | — | |
| 53.7° | 7.5 High | — | |
| 53.4° | 7.4 High | — |
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 Ash Shara'i` 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.
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About Ash Shara'i`
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