UV Index in Vienna, Austria

· Europe/Vienna

2.1
Low · clear-sky maximum Wednesday, October 21, 2026

At solar noon (12:39:10 PM) the sun reaches 31.0° above the horizon in Vienna. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 2.1 (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 Vienna, next 14 days

DateSun at noonClear-sky maxForecast max
31.0° 2.1 Low —
30.7° 2.1 Low —
30.3° 2.0 Low —
30.0° 2.0 Low —
29.6° 1.9 Low —
29.3° 1.9 Low —
29.0° 1.8 Low —
28.6° 1.8 Low —
28.3° 1.7 Low —
28.0° 1.7 Low —
27.6° 1.6 Low —
27.3° 1.6 Low —
27.0° 1.6 Low —
26.7° 1.5 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 Vienna 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 Vienna or discover the best light for photos during the golden hour in Vienna.

About Vienna

Located in Austria, Vienna serves as both the national capital and a state. It covers an area of 414.8 square kilometres at an elevation of 151 metres, with the Hermannskogel standing as its highest point. The city’s geography is shaped by its position on the Danube, the Wien, the Liesing, and the Donaukanal. As of 2025, the population is 2,028,289. Notable features include the University of Vienna, the Belvedere palace, and the Donauinsel, an artificial island. The city maintains twin town relationships with Bern, Bratislava, Budapest, Moscow, and Zagreb.

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