UV Index in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

· America/Boise

3.0
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (01:12:58 PM) the sun reaches 36.0° above the horizon in Idaho Falls. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.0 (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 Idaho Falls, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
36.0° 3.0 Moderate —
35.6° 3.0 Moderate —
35.3° 2.9 Low —
34.9° 2.8 Low —
34.6° 2.8 Low —
34.3° 2.7 Low —
33.9° 2.7 Low —
33.6° 2.6 Low —
33.2° 2.5 Low —
32.9° 2.5 Low —
32.6° 2.4 Low —
32.3° 2.4 Low —
31.9° 2.3 Low —
31.6° 2.3 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 Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Idaho Falls.

About Idaho Falls

Idaho Falls is the county seat of Bonneville County, Idaho, and has existed as a municipality since 1864. As of 2020, the city has a population of 64,818 and covers an area of 59.9 square kilometers. The city sits at an elevation of 1,434 meters and is located on the Snake River. Infrastructure and institutions within the city include the Idaho Falls Regional Airport, the public research university Idaho State University, and the Museum of Idaho.

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