UV Index in Meca, Lisbon, Portugal

· Europe/Lisbon

3.9
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:20:46 PM) the sun reaches 40.1° above the horizon in Meca. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.9 (moderate). 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 Meca, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
40.1° 3.9 Moderate —
39.8° 3.8 Moderate —
39.4° 3.8 Moderate —
39.1° 3.7 Moderate —
38.7° 3.6 Moderate —
38.4° 3.6 Moderate —
38.0° 3.5 Moderate —
37.7° 3.4 Moderate —
37.4° 3.4 Moderate —
37.1° 3.3 Moderate —
36.7° 3.2 Moderate —
36.4° 3.2 Moderate —
36.1° 3.1 Moderate —
35.8° 3.1 Moderate —

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

About Meca

Meca is a civil parish located in the municipality of Alenquer, within the Lisbon region of Portugal. Covering an area of 14.1 square kilometers, the parish recorded a population of 1,617 residents in 2021. The Igreja de Santa Quitéria, classified as a cultural heritage site and functioning as a church building, serves as a notable feature within the area. As an administrative unit, Meca functions as part of the broader Alenquer municipality.

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