UV Index in Axminster, Devon, United Kingdom

· Europe/London

1.7
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:56:39 PM) the sun reaches 28.4° above the horizon in Axminster. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 1.7 (low). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.

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UV index in Axminster, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
28.4° 1.7 Low —
28.1° 1.7 Low —
27.7° 1.6 Low —
27.4° 1.6 Low —
27.1° 1.5 Low —
26.7° 1.5 Low —
26.4° 1.5 Low —
26.0° 1.4 Low —
25.7° 1.4 Low —
25.4° 1.3 Low —
25.1° 1.3 Low —
24.7° 1.3 Low —
24.4° 1.2 Low —
24.1° 1.2 Low —

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 Axminster 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 Axminster or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Axminster.

About Axminster

Axminster is a market town and civil parish located in the county of Devon, United Kingdom. As of 2021, the population of the town was 8,125. The area is served by Axminster railway station. Local sites of interest include the remains of Newenham Abbey and the Axminster Guildhall, which functions as a movie theater. The town maintains a partnership with its twin town, Douvres-la-Délivrande. Other features located within the parish include the Axminster Heritage Centre, which comprises both a local museum and a garden, alongside the Church of St Mary and a war memorial situated in the churchyard.

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