UV Index in Utrecht, Netherlands

· Europe/Amsterdam

1.5
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (01:24:10 PM) the sun reaches 27.1° above the horizon in Utrecht. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 1.5 (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 Utrecht, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
27.1° 1.5 Low —
26.8° 1.5 Low —
26.4° 1.5 Low —
26.1° 1.4 Low —
25.8° 1.4 Low —
25.4° 1.3 Low —
25.1° 1.3 Low —
24.7° 1.3 Low —
24.4° 1.2 Low —
24.1° 1.2 Low —
23.8° 1.1 Low —
23.4° 1.1 Low —
23.1° 1.1 Low —
22.8° 1.0 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 Utrecht 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 Utrecht or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Utrecht.

About Utrecht

Located in the province of Utrecht, the city of Utrecht serves as the regional capital within the Netherlands. As of 2021, the municipality has a population of 308,990. The urban landscape includes the Protestant Theological University, which operates within the city. Cultural activity is represented by the annual music festival Le Guess Who?, while the local art scene features the art gallery Kunsthandel Juffermans. These institutions and events contribute to the city's current profile as a centre for administrative and cultural activity in the central part of the country.

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