UV Index in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

· America/Vancouver

2.0
Low · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (12:56:39 PM) the sun reaches 30.2° above the horizon in Burnaby. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 2.0 (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 Burnaby, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
30.2° 2.0 Low —
29.8° 1.9 Low —
29.5° 1.9 Low —
29.1° 1.8 Low —
28.8° 1.8 Low —
28.5° 1.7 Low —
28.1° 1.7 Low —
27.8° 1.7 Low —
27.4° 1.6 Low —
27.1° 1.6 Low —
26.8° 1.5 Low —
26.5° 1.5 Low —
26.1° 1.4 Low —
25.8° 1.4 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.

☀️ Sun Protection Pick
Banana Boat Sport Ultra SPF 100 Sunscreen
★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.8 · 11,180 ratings

High UV today? Sport sunscreen with SPF 100 stays on through sweat — essential for long outdoor activities.

View on Amazon →
*Affiliate link — we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
The UV index in Burnaby 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 Burnaby or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Burnaby.

About Burnaby

Burnaby, a city located in British Columbia, Canada, has existed as a municipality since 1892. As of 2021, the population of the city reached 249,125. The area features Swangard Stadium, Burnaby Lake, and Kensington Park. Situated at an elevation of 370 metres, the city is located on the Fraser River, Burrard Inlet, Deer Lake, the Brunette River, and Burnaby Lake. Its international relationships include twin town agreements with Wenzhou, Kushiro, Mesa, Dalian, and Hwaseong. The municipality maintains various spaces, including the Burnaby Village Museum, Central Park, Squint Lake, Burnaby Lake Regional Park, and the Burnaby Art Gallery.

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