UV Index in Minxiong, Chiayi County, Taiwan

· Asia/Taipei

7.9
High · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (11:42:53 AM) the sun reaches 55.8° above the horizon in Minxiong. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 7.9 (high). 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 Minxiong, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
55.8° 7.9 High —
55.4° 7.8 High —
55.1° 7.7 High —
54.7° 7.6 High —
54.4° 7.6 High —
54.0° 7.5 High —
53.7° 7.4 High —
53.4° 7.3 High —
53.0° 7.2 High —
52.7° 7.2 High —
52.4° 7.1 High —
52.1° 7.0 High —
51.7° 6.9 High —
51.4° 6.9 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.

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The UV index in Minxiong 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 Minxiong or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Minxiong.

About Minxiong

Minxiong is a rural township covering 85.5 square kilometers in Chiayi County, Taiwan, with an elevation of 41 meters above sea level. As of 2026, the population is 69,596, and the administrative area has existed as a municipality since 1946. Educational and public infrastructure define much of the landscape, including National Chung Cheng University, which houses a large academic library, and the private Wufeng University. Travel through the area is facilitated by Minxiong Station. Cultural and institutional landmarks also include the National Radio Museum and the Da Shi Ye Temple, a site of local religious significance.

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