UV Index in Queensbury, New York, United States

· America/New York

3.0
Moderate · clear-sky maximum Tuesday, October 20, 2026

At solar noon (12:39:17 PM) the sun reaches 36.1° above the horizon in Queensbury. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.0 (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 Queensbury, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
36.1° 3.0 Moderate —
35.8° 3.0 Moderate —
35.4° 2.9 Low —
35.1° 2.9 Low —
34.7° 2.8 Low —
34.4° 2.7 Low —
34.0° 2.7 Low —
33.7° 2.6 Low —
33.4° 2.6 Low —
33.0° 2.5 Low —
32.7° 2.5 Low —
32.4° 2.4 Low —
32.1° 2.4 Low —
31.7° 2.3 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 Queensbury 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 Queensbury or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Queensbury.

About Queensbury

Queensbury has existed as a municipality in New York, United States, since 1762. The town reaches an elevation of 120 meters above sea level and recorded a population of 29,169 in 2020. Among the notable features located within the town boundaries is the Queensbury Quaker Burying Ground, which serves as a cemetery. As a town in the state of New York, it functions as a local administrative unit within the broader regional landscape. The area remains a documented location within the United States, maintaining its status as a town since the eighteenth century.

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