UV Index in Ekurhuleni Metropolitan, Gauteng, South Africa

· Africa/Johannesburg

11.2
Extreme · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:51:25 AM) the sun reaches 74.6° above the horizon in Ekurhuleni Metropolitan. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 11.2 (extreme). 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 Ekurhuleni Metropolitan, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
74.6° 11.2 Extreme —
74.9° 11.3 Extreme —
75.3° 11.3 Extreme —
75.6° 11.4 Extreme —
76.0° 11.4 Extreme —
76.3° 11.4 Extreme —
76.7° 11.5 Extreme —
77.0° 11.5 Extreme —
77.3° 11.6 Extreme —
77.7° 11.6 Extreme —
78.0° 11.6 Extreme —
78.3° 11.7 Extreme —
78.6° 11.7 Extreme —
78.9° 11.7 Extreme —

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 Ekurhuleni Metropolitan 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 Ekurhuleni Metropolitan or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Ekurhuleni Metropolitan.

About Ekurhuleni Metropolitan

Located in the Gauteng province of South Africa, the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality has existed as a municipality since 2000. It covers an area of 1,925 square kilometres and sits at an elevation of 1,660 metres. The most recent population data from 2016 recorded 3,379,104 residents within its borders. The municipality is served by several transit points, including the OR Tambo International Airport station, which functions as both a railway station and an airport railway station. Other notable railway stations situated within the metropolitan area include Rhodesfield and Boksburg, which facilitate travel across this part of the region.

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