3.8
Moderate · clear-sky maximum
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
At solar noon (12:15:41 PM) the sun reaches 39.9° above the horizon in Kowŏn-ŭp. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.8 (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 Kowŏn-ŭp, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39.9° | 3.8 Moderate | — | |
| 39.6° | 3.8 Moderate | — | |
| 39.2° | 3.7 Moderate | — | |
| 38.9° | 3.6 Moderate | — | |
| 38.5° | 3.6 Moderate | — | |
| 38.2° | 3.5 Moderate | — | |
| 37.8° | 3.4 Moderate | — | |
| 37.5° | 3.4 Moderate | — | |
| 37.2° | 3.3 Moderate | — | |
| 36.8° | 3.3 Moderate | — | |
| 36.5° | 3.2 Moderate | — | |
| 36.2° | 3.1 Moderate | — | |
| 35.9° | 3.1 Moderate | — | |
| 35.5° | 3.0 Moderate | — |
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 Kowŏn-ŭp 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.
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