UV Index in Matobo, Matabeleland South, Zimbabwe

· Africa/Harare

12.2
Extreme · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:50:41 AM) the sun reaches 79.8° above the horizon in Matobo. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 12.2 (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 Matobo, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
79.8° 12.2 Extreme —
80.2° 12.2 Extreme —
80.5° 12.2 Extreme —
80.9° 12.3 Extreme —
81.2° 12.3 Extreme —
81.6° 12.3 Extreme —
81.9° 12.3 Extreme —
82.2° 12.4 Extreme —
82.6° 12.4 Extreme —
82.9° 12.4 Extreme —
83.2° 12.4 Extreme —
83.5° 12.5 Extreme —
83.9° 12.5 Extreme —
84.2° 12.5 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 Matobo 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 Matobo or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Matobo.