UV Index in Luanshya, Copperbelt, Zambia

· Africa/Lusaka

13.1
Extreme · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:51:00 AM) the sun reaches 87.6° above the horizon in Luanshya. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 13.1 (extreme). 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 Luanshya, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
87.6° 13.1 Extreme —
88.0° 13.1 Extreme —
88.3° 13.1 Extreme —
88.7° 13.1 Extreme —
89.0° 13.1 Extreme —
89.4° 13.1 Extreme —
89.7° 13.1 Extreme —
90.0° 13.1 Extreme —
89.6° 13.1 Extreme —
89.3° 13.1 Extreme —
89.0° 13.1 Extreme —
88.6° 13.1 Extreme —
88.3° 13.1 Extreme —
88.0° 13.1 Extreme —

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 Luanshya 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 Luanshya or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Luanshya.

About Luanshya

Luanshya has existed as a municipality since 1902 and is located in the Copperbelt region of Zambia. The city sits at an elevation of 1238 metres above sea level. As of 2022, it has a recorded population of 147,400 people. Among the notable features found within the city is the Kafubu Stadium. This facility serves as the primary stadium for the area. The administrative landscape of the region is defined by these figures, providing a basic overview of the urban centre as it stands today.

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