1.2
Low · clear-sky maximum
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
At solar noon (12:51:31 PM) the sun reaches 24.3° above the horizon in Blaydon-on-Tyne. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 1.2 (low). 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 Blaydon-on-Tyne, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24.3° | 1.2 Low | — | |
| 23.9° | 1.1 Low | — | |
| 23.6° | 1.1 Low | — | |
| 23.2° | 1.1 Low | — | |
| 22.9° | 1.0 Low | — | |
| 22.5° | 1.0 Low | — | |
| 22.2° | 1.0 Low | — | |
| 21.9° | 0.9 Low | — | |
| 21.5° | 0.9 Low | — | |
| 21.2° | 0.9 Low | — | |
| 20.9° | 0.8 Low | — | |
| 20.6° | 0.8 Low | — | |
| 20.2° | 0.8 Low | — | |
| 19.9° | 0.7 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 Blaydon-on-Tyne 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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