UV Index in Margate, Kent, United Kingdom

· Europe/London

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

At solar noon (12:39:07 PM) the sun reaches 27.9° above the horizon in Margate. 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 Margate, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
27.9° 1.6 Low —
27.5° 1.6 Low —
27.1° 1.6 Low —
26.8° 1.5 Low —
26.5° 1.5 Low —
26.1° 1.4 Low —
25.8° 1.4 Low —
25.4° 1.3 Low —
25.1° 1.3 Low —
24.8° 1.3 Low —
24.5° 1.2 Low —
24.1° 1.2 Low —
23.8° 1.2 Low —
23.5° 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 Margate 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 Margate or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Margate.

About Margate

Margate is a town located in Kent, United Kingdom. According to the 2011 census, it has a population of 61,223. The town includes the amusement park Dreamland Margate, as well as the Margate railway station and the Church of All Saints. Other infrastructure and cultural sites within the area include the Dreamland Cinema, the Friend Of All Nations RNLI Surf Boat Memorial, and the Theatre Royal. The town also maintains international relationships with its twin towns of Les Mureaux, Idar-Oberstein, Yalta, and Astana. It is also served by the Margate Sands railway station and features the Winter Gardens & Queen's Hall.

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