UV Index in Canmore, Alberta, Canada

· America/Edmonton

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

At solar noon (01:26:04 PM) the sun reaches 28.0° above the horizon in Canmore. 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.

☀️ 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 Canmore, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
28.0° 1.7 Low —
27.7° 1.6 Low —
27.3° 1.6 Low —
27.0° 1.5 Low —
26.6° 1.5 Low —
26.3° 1.4 Low —
26.0° 1.4 Low —
25.6° 1.4 Low —
25.3° 1.3 Low —
25.0° 1.3 Low —
24.7° 1.2 Low —
24.3° 1.2 Low —
24.0° 1.2 Low —
23.7° 1.1 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 Canmore 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 Canmore or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Canmore.

About Canmore

Canmore is a town in Alberta, Canada. Covering an area of 69.4 square kilometres, the municipality had a population of 15,990 in 2021. The landscape includes the Bow Valley Wildland Provincial Park, which is a provincial park of Canada situated within the region. Local landmarks also include the Ralph Connor Memorial United Church, a church building that serves the community. In addition to its administrative and geographical standing, the town maintains a formal twin town relationship with Higashikawa. These elements define the current municipal profile of the area as it exists today.

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