UV Index in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

· Europe/Berlin

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

At solar noon (01:11:03 PM) the sun reaches 30.2° above the horizon in Karlsruhe. 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 Karlsruhe, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
30.2° 2.0 Low —
29.9° 1.9 Low —
29.5° 1.9 Low —
29.2° 1.8 Low —
28.8° 1.8 Low —
28.5° 1.8 Low —
28.2° 1.7 Low —
27.8° 1.7 Low —
27.5° 1.6 Low —
27.2° 1.6 Low —
26.8° 1.5 Low —
26.5° 1.5 Low —
26.2° 1.5 Low —
25.9° 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 Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Karlsruhe.

About Karlsruhe

Karlsruhe is a city in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, that has existed as a municipality since 1715. It encompasses an area of 173.4 square kilometres and is home to 309,247 people as of 2025. The city features the Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe, the Karlsruhe Zoo, and the ZKM Center for Art and Media. Situated at an elevation of 121 metres, the local geography includes the Rhine, the Alb, and the Pfinz rivers. The city maintains partnerships with twin towns including Vinnytsia, Nancy, Nottingham, Krasnodar, and Timișoara. These administrative and physical details define the current status of the municipality within its regional setting.

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