UV Index in Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom

· Europe/London

1.7
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:44:38 PM) the sun reaches 28.4° above the horizon in Lewes. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 1.7 (low). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.

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UV index in Lewes, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
28.4° 1.7 Low —
28.0° 1.7 Low —
27.7° 1.6 Low —
27.3° 1.6 Low —
27.0° 1.5 Low —
26.6° 1.5 Low —
26.3° 1.4 Low —
25.9° 1.4 Low —
25.6° 1.4 Low —
25.3° 1.3 Low —
25.0° 1.3 Low —
24.6° 1.3 Low —
24.3° 1.2 Low —
24.0° 1.2 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 Lewes 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 Lewes or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Lewes.

About Lewes

Lewes is located in East Sussex, United Kingdom. As of 2021, the town has a population of 16,714. The local landscape includes Lewes Castle, which serves as both a castle and an archaeological site, alongside the ruins of Lewes Priory. Commuter and regional transit is facilitated by Lewes railway station. The town maintains formal links with Blois and Waldshut-Tiengen through its status as a twin town. Other notable features in the area include the Anne of Cleves House, an independent museum and historic house, as well as the Church of St John sub Castro and the sports stadium known as The Dripping Pan.

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