UV Index in Croydon, United Kingdom

· Europe/London

1.6
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:45:04 PM) the sun reaches 27.9° above the horizon in Croydon. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 1.6 (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 Croydon, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
27.9° 1.6 Low —
27.5° 1.6 Low —
27.1° 1.5 Low —
26.8° 1.5 Low —
26.5° 1.5 Low —
26.1° 1.4 Low —
25.8° 1.4 Low —
25.4° 1.3 Low —
25.1° 1.3 Low —
24.8° 1.3 Low —
24.5° 1.2 Low —
24.1° 1.2 Low —
23.8° 1.2 Low —
23.5° 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 Croydon 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 Croydon or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Croydon.

About Croydon

Croydon is a town in South London, United Kingdom. It has existed as a municipality since its administrative history began within the region of Croydon. The skyline includes No. 1 Croydon, a tower block that stands out among the local architecture. Visitors and residents can access the Museum of Croydon, which functions as a local authority museum, or view the Croydon War Memorial. The town maintains formal links with two twin towns, Arnhem and the City of Maroondah. These various sites and international partnerships define the current infrastructure and municipal character of the area within the broader context of South London.

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