UV Index in Balaoan, La Union, Philippines

· Asia/Manila

9.7
Very High · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:43:03 AM) the sun reaches 62.5° above the horizon in Balaoan. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 9.7 (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 Balaoan, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
62.5° 9.7 Very High —
62.2° 9.6 Very High —
61.8° 9.5 Very High —
61.5° 9.4 Very High —
61.1° 9.4 Very High —
60.8° 9.3 Very High —
60.4° 9.2 Very High —
60.1° 9.1 Very High —
59.8° 9.1 Very High —
59.4° 9.0 Very High —
59.1° 8.9 Very High —
58.8° 8.8 Very High —
58.5° 8.8 Very High —
58.1° 8.7 Very 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 Balaoan 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 Balaoan or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Balaoan.

About Balaoan

Balaoan is a municipality located in the province of La Union, Philippines. It has existed as a municipality since 1704 and covers an area of 68.7 square kilometres. The town sits at an elevation of 47 metres and recorded a population of 40,440 in 2024. Within the municipal boundaries, local landmarks include the Balaoan Church, a Catholic church building, and the Balaoan Town Plaza, which serves as a central square. These features are situated within the administrative area managed by the local government.

AI-assisted description based on geographic data and editorial notes.