UV Index in Banihal, Jammu and Kashmir, India

· Asia/Kolkata

5.2
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:13:53 PM) the sun reaches 45.9° above the horizon in Banihal. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 5.2 (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 Banihal, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
45.9° 5.2 Moderate —
45.5° 5.2 Moderate —
45.2° 5.1 Moderate —
44.8° 5.0 Moderate —
44.5° 4.9 Moderate —
44.1° 4.9 Moderate —
43.8° 4.8 Moderate —
43.4° 4.7 Moderate —
43.1° 4.7 Moderate —
42.8° 4.6 Moderate —
42.5° 4.5 Moderate —
42.1° 4.5 Moderate —
41.8° 4.4 Moderate —
41.5° 4.3 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 Banihal 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 Banihal or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Banihal.

About Banihal

Banihal sits at an elevation of 1,666 metres in the Jammu and Kashmir region of India. This town functions as a regional transit point, anchored by the Banihal railway station. The local geography is defined by its position within the mountainous terrain of the area. Beyond the railway infrastructure, the settlement serves as a functional stop for those navigating the higher altitudes of the region. It maintains a modest profile as a town, focusing primarily on the logistics provided by its rail connections to the surrounding parts of the territory.

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