UV Index in Durham, Ontario, Canada

· America/Toronto

2.8
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:00:40 PM) the sun reaches 34.9° above the horizon in Durham. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 2.8 (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 Durham, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
34.9° 2.8 Low —
34.6° 2.8 Low —
34.2° 2.7 Low —
33.9° 2.6 Low —
33.6° 2.6 Low —
33.2° 2.5 Low —
32.9° 2.5 Low —
32.5° 2.4 Low —
32.2° 2.4 Low —
31.9° 2.3 Low —
31.6° 2.3 Low —
31.2° 2.2 Low —
30.9° 2.2 Low —
30.6° 2.1 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.

☀️ Sun Protection Pick
Banana Boat Sport Ultra SPF 100 Sunscreen
★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.8 · 11,180 ratings

High UV today? Sport sunscreen with SPF 100 stays on through sweat — essential for long outdoor activities.

View on Amazon →
*Affiliate link — we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
The UV index in Durham 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 Durham or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Durham.

About Durham

Located in the Canadian province of Ontario, the Regional Municipality of Durham covers an area of 2,523.8 square kilometres east of Toronto. The municipality, which has existed as a legal entity since 1792, recorded a population of 645,862 in 2016. Its average elevation sits at 91.3 metres above sea level. The landscape includes the Rouge National Urban Park, Darlington Provincial Park, and the York–Durham Heritage Railway. Durham maintains a twinning arrangement with the city of Dnipro. The region serves as an administrative area encompassing various protected spaces and infrastructure.

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