UV Index in Houlgate, Calvados, France

· Europe/Paris

2.0
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:44:59 PM) the sun reaches 29.9° above the horizon in Houlgate. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 2.0 (low). 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 Houlgate, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
29.9° 2.0 Low —
29.6° 1.9 Low —
29.2° 1.9 Low —
28.9° 1.8 Low —
28.5° 1.8 Low —
28.2° 1.7 Low —
27.9° 1.7 Low —
27.5° 1.6 Low —
27.2° 1.6 Low —
26.9° 1.5 Low —
26.5° 1.5 Low —
26.2° 1.5 Low —
25.9° 1.4 Low —
25.6° 1.4 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 Houlgate 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 Houlgate or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Houlgate.

About Houlgate

Located in the Calvados department of France, the commune of Houlgate covers an area of 4.7 square kilometres. As of 2023, the population is 1,834 residents. The local infrastructure includes the Gare de Houlgate railway station, which serves the area. Notable structures within the municipality include the Église Saint-Aubin de Beuzeval, a church building, and the Casino de Houlgate, a facility that functions as both a theatre and a movie theatre. These sites are among the recognized features situated within the administrative boundaries of the commune, alongside various other buildings and memorial sites maintained in the region.

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