UV Index in Heidelberg, Gauteng, South Africa

· Africa/Johannesburg

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

At solar noon (11:51:14 AM) the sun reaches 74.3° above the horizon in Heidelberg. 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 Heidelberg, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
74.3° 11.2 Extreme —
74.6° 11.2 Extreme —
75.0° 11.3 Extreme —
75.3° 11.3 Extreme —
75.7° 11.3 Extreme —
76.0° 11.4 Extreme —
76.3° 11.4 Extreme —
76.7° 11.5 Extreme —
77.0° 11.5 Extreme —
77.3° 11.5 Extreme —
77.7° 11.6 Extreme —
78.0° 11.6 Extreme —
78.3° 11.6 Extreme —
78.6° 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 Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Heidelberg.

About Heidelberg

Heidelberg is located in the Gauteng province of South Africa at an elevation of 1525 metres. The town has existed as a municipality since 1886. Among the infrastructure located within its boundaries is Heidelberg Airport, which serves as a notable feature of the area. The town functions as a settlement within the Gauteng region, situated on the highveld.

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