UV Index in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, United States

· America/New York

3.4
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (12:46:51 PM) the sun reaches 37.9° above the horizon in Carbondale. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.4 (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 Carbondale, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
37.9° 3.4 Moderate —
37.6° 3.3 Moderate —
37.2° 3.3 Moderate —
36.9° 3.2 Moderate —
36.5° 3.2 Moderate —
36.2° 3.1 Moderate —
35.8° 3.0 Moderate —
35.5° 3.0 Moderate —
35.2° 2.9 Low —
34.8° 2.9 Low —
34.5° 2.8 Low —
34.2° 2.7 Low —
33.9° 2.7 Low —
33.5° 2.6 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Carbondale.

About Carbondale

Located in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, in the United States, Carbondale covers an area of 8.4 square kilometres. The city has existed as a municipality since 1824 and sits at an elevation of 328 metres above sea level. According to the 2020 census, the population is 8,828. Notable structures within the city limits include the First Presbyterian Church and the Methodist Church, both of which are classified as church buildings. These locations represent the primary built features identified within the municipal boundaries of the city.

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