UV Index in Krefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

· Europe/Berlin

1.6
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:18:27 PM) the sun reaches 27.9° above the horizon in Krefeld. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 1.6 (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 Krefeld, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
27.9° 1.6 Low —
27.6° 1.6 Low —
27.2° 1.6 Low —
26.9° 1.5 Low —
26.5° 1.5 Low —
26.2° 1.4 Low —
25.8° 1.4 Low —
25.5° 1.3 Low —
25.2° 1.3 Low —
24.8° 1.3 Low —
24.5° 1.2 Low —
24.2° 1.2 Low —
23.9° 1.2 Low —
23.6° 1.1 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 Krefeld 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 Krefeld or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Krefeld.

About Krefeld

Krefeld is a city located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, spanning an area of 137.8 square kilometers at an elevation of 38 meters. As of 2025, the population stands at 230,738. The city maintains partnerships with the twin towns of Kayseri, Venlo, Leicester, Dunkirk, and Leiden. Among its notable features are the archaeological site of Castra Gelduba, the Botanischer Garten Krefeld, and the Hülser Berg, which serves as both a mountain and a park. Infrastructure includes Krefeld-Oppum station, Krefeld-Linn station, and Krefeld-Uerdingen station. Residents and visitors also have access to Lake Elfrath and the Kunstmuseen Krefeld.

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