UV Index in Portumna, Galway, Ireland

· Europe/Dublin

1.4
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:17:32 PM) the sun reaches 26.1° above the horizon in Portumna. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 1.4 (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 Portumna, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
26.1° 1.4 Low —
25.8° 1.4 Low —
25.4° 1.3 Low —
25.1° 1.3 Low —
24.7° 1.2 Low —
24.4° 1.2 Low —
24.1° 1.2 Low —
23.7° 1.1 Low —
23.4° 1.1 Low —
23.1° 1.1 Low —
22.7° 1.0 Low —
22.4° 1.0 Low —
22.1° 1.0 Low —
21.8° 0.9 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 Portumna 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 Portumna or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Portumna.

About Portumna

Portumna sits at an elevation of 48 meters in County Galway, Ireland, covering a land area of 1.5 square kilometers. As of 2006, the town had a population of 1,377 residents. The local landscape includes Portumna Castle, which currently functions as a military museum. Near this site are the monastery ruins of Portumna Friary, alongside the church building known as St Brigid’s Church. These features represent the primary built structures within the municipal area. The town functions as a distinct settlement within the broader regional geography of County Galway.

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