UV Index in Chigasaki, Kanagawa, Japan

· Asia/Tokyo

4.8
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:27:03 AM) the sun reaches 44.0° above the horizon in Chigasaki. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 4.8 (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 Chigasaki, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
44.0° 4.8 Moderate —
43.7° 4.7 Moderate —
43.3° 4.6 Moderate —
43.0° 4.6 Moderate —
42.6° 4.5 Moderate —
42.3° 4.4 Moderate —
41.9° 4.4 Moderate —
41.6° 4.3 Moderate —
41.3° 4.2 Moderate —
40.9° 4.2 Moderate —
40.6° 4.1 Moderate —
40.3° 4.0 Moderate —
40.0° 4.0 Moderate —
39.7° 3.9 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.

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The UV index in Chigasaki 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 Chigasaki or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Chigasaki.

About Chigasaki

Chigasaki is located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Spanning an area of 35.7 square kilometers, the city has existed as a municipality since 1947 and recorded a population of 242,347 in 2020. The municipal territory borders the Sagami River and Sagami Bay, which includes Shōnan Beach. Infrastructure includes the above-ground railway stations of Chigasaki Station, Kagawa Station, and Kita-Chigasaki Station. Public facilities and sites maintained within the city limits include the Chigasaki City Library, the Chigasaki City Museum, and Chigasaki Satoyama Park. Additionally, the uninhabited island of Ubashima is situated within the region. The city maintains twin town agreements with Okazaki and Honolulu.

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