At solar noon (01:04:49 PM) the sun reaches 62.8° above the horizon in Melbourne. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 8.6 (very high). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.
UV index in Melbourne, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62.8° | 8.6 Very High | — | |
| 63.2° | 8.6 Very High | — | |
| 63.6° | 8.7 Very High | — | |
| 63.9° | 8.8 Very High | — | |
| 64.2° | 8.8 Very High | — | |
| 64.6° | 8.9 Very High | — | |
| 64.9° | 8.9 Very High | — | |
| 65.3° | 9.0 Very High | — | |
| 65.6° | 9.1 Very High | — | |
| 65.9° | 9.1 Very High | — | |
| 66.3° | 9.2 Very High | — | |
| 66.6° | 9.2 Very High | — | |
| 66.9° | 9.3 Very High | — | |
| 67.2° | 9.3 Very High | — |
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.
Bright conditions call for proper eye protection. Polarized lenses reduce glare and block harmful UV rays.
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Melbourne has existed as a municipality since 1835 and currently functions as the capital of Victoria, Australia. The city supports a population of 5,350,705 as of 2024 and covers an area of 9,993 square kilometres. Notable features located within the city include the University of Melbourne and the Flinders Street railway station. Geographically, the area sits at an elevation of 31 metres above sea level. It is situated on the Yarra River and the shores of Port Phillip.
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