UV Index in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States

· America/Chicago

3.3
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:36:25 PM) the sun reaches 37.2° above the horizon in Elmhurst. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.3 (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 Elmhurst, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
37.2° 3.3 Moderate —
36.9° 3.2 Moderate —
36.5° 3.1 Moderate —
36.2° 3.1 Moderate —
35.8° 3.0 Moderate —
35.5° 3.0 Moderate —
35.2° 2.9 Low —
34.8° 2.8 Low —
34.5° 2.8 Low —
34.2° 2.7 Low —
33.8° 2.7 Low —
33.5° 2.6 Low —
33.2° 2.6 Low —
32.9° 2.5 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 Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Elmhurst.

About Elmhurst

Elmhurst is located in the state of Illinois within the United States. Spanning 26.7 square kilometers at an elevation of 210 meters, the city has existed as a municipality since 1882. As of 2020, the population of the area was 45,786. Infrastructure in the city includes the Elmhurst railway station, which serves as a primary transit point. Within the municipal boundaries, Mount Emblem Cemetery is a notable feature. The city functions as an incorporated entity covering its specified land area while providing these public facilities for its residents.

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