UV Index in Delaware, Ohio, United States

· America/New York

3.7
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (01:17:06 PM) the sun reaches 39.2° above the horizon in Delaware. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.7 (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 Delaware, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
39.2° 3.7 Moderate —
38.8° 3.6 Moderate —
38.5° 3.5 Moderate —
38.1° 3.5 Moderate —
37.8° 3.4 Moderate —
37.4° 3.3 Moderate —
37.1° 3.3 Moderate —
36.8° 3.2 Moderate —
36.4° 3.2 Moderate —
36.1° 3.1 Moderate —
35.8° 3.0 Moderate —
35.5° 3.0 Moderate —
35.1° 2.9 Low —
34.8° 2.9 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 Delaware 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 Delaware or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Delaware.

About Delaware

Delaware is the county seat of Delaware County in Ohio, United States. Covering an area of 49.6 square kilometers at an elevation of 255 meters, the city has existed as a municipality since 1808. In 2020, the population was 41,302. Notable features in the city include the Delaware Municipal Airport, the Delaware Public Library, and the Richard Ross Museum of Art. The city maintains twin town relationships with Baumholder and Sakata. Infrastructure within the area also includes the Edwards Gymnasium and Pfieffer Natatorium, the Strand Theatre, Slocum Hall, and Stuyvesant Hall.

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