At solar noon (12:41:45 PM) the sun reaches 47.1° above the horizon in Carlsbad. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 5.5 (moderate). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.
UV index in Carlsbad, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47.1° | 5.5 Moderate | — | |
| 46.7° | 5.5 Moderate | — | |
| 46.3° | 5.4 Moderate | — | |
| 46.0° | 5.3 Moderate | — | |
| 45.6° | 5.2 Moderate | — | |
| 45.3° | 5.2 Moderate | — | |
| 45.0° | 5.1 Moderate | — | |
| 44.6° | 5.0 Moderate | — | |
| 44.3° | 4.9 Moderate | — | |
| 44.0° | 4.9 Moderate | — | |
| 43.6° | 4.8 Moderate | — | |
| 43.3° | 4.7 Moderate | — | |
| 43.0° | 4.7 Moderate | — | |
| 42.7° | 4.6 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.
Bright conditions call for proper eye protection. Polarized lenses reduce glare and block harmful UV rays.
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Carlsbad serves as the county seat of Eddy County in New Mexico. The city covers an area of 82.3 square kilometers at an elevation of 1004 meters above sea level. According to 2020 census data, the population is 32,238. It has existed as a municipality since 1888. The city is home to New Mexico State University Carlsbad, which is the primary notable feature located within its municipal boundaries. This region of the United States functions as an administrative hub for the surrounding county area.
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