UV Index in Hewlett, New York, United States

· America/New York

3.6
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (12:39:37 PM) the sun reaches 38.9° above the horizon in Hewlett. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.6 (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 Hewlett, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
38.9° 3.6 Moderate —
38.5° 3.5 Moderate —
38.2° 3.5 Moderate —
37.8° 3.4 Moderate —
37.5° 3.3 Moderate —
37.1° 3.3 Moderate —
36.8° 3.2 Moderate —
36.4° 3.2 Moderate —
36.1° 3.1 Moderate —
35.8° 3.0 Moderate —
35.4° 3.0 Moderate —
35.1° 2.9 Low —
34.8° 2.9 Low —
34.5° 2.8 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 Hewlett 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 Hewlett or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Hewlett.

About Hewlett

Hewlett is a census-designated place located in Nassau County, New York, with a population of 7,262 as of 2020. The area covers 2.3 square kilometers and sits at an elevation of 6.0 meters above sea level. Within the community, the Hewlett railway station serves as a local transport feature. Situated as a suburb of New York City, the area functions within the regional geography of the United States. The municipality has existed in its current administrative capacity as a census-designated place.

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