UV Index in Fawkner, Victoria, Australia

· Australia/Melbourne

8.6
Very High · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:04:48 PM) the sun reaches 62.9° above the horizon in Fawkner. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 8.6 (very high). 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 Fawkner, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
62.9° 8.6 Very High —
63.3° 8.7 Very High —
63.7° 8.7 Very High —
64.0° 8.8 Very High —
64.3° 8.8 Very High —
64.7° 8.9 Very High —
65.0° 9.0 Very High —
65.4° 9.0 Very High —
65.7° 9.1 Very High —
66.0° 9.1 Very High —
66.4° 9.2 Very High —
66.7° 9.3 Very High —
67.0° 9.3 Very High —
67.3° 9.4 Very High —

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

About Fawkner

Fawkner is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, in Australia. This residential area sits at an elevation of 77 metres above sea level and recorded a population of 14,274 residents in 2021. The Gowrie railway station serves as a notable feature within the suburb, providing a connection to the broader metropolitan transport network. Development in the region has occurred within the context of Melbourne's northern expansion, resulting in a community that functions primarily as a suburban locality. The area remains integrated into the administrative structure of the state of Victoria while maintaining its specific role within the greater metropolitan geography.

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