At solar noon (11:54:26 AM) the sun reaches 74.5° above the horizon in West Rand. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 11.2 (extreme). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.
UV index in West Rand, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74.5° | 11.2 Extreme | — | |
| 74.9° | 11.3 Extreme | — | |
| 75.2° | 11.3 Extreme | — | |
| 75.6° | 11.4 Extreme | — | |
| 75.9° | 11.4 Extreme | — | |
| 76.3° | 11.4 Extreme | — | |
| 76.6° | 11.5 Extreme | — | |
| 76.9° | 11.5 Extreme | — | |
| 77.3° | 11.6 Extreme | — | |
| 77.6° | 11.6 Extreme | — | |
| 77.9° | 11.6 Extreme | — | |
| 78.3° | 11.7 Extreme | — | |
| 78.6° | 11.7 Extreme | — | |
| 78.9° | 11.7 Extreme | — |
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.
Bright conditions call for proper eye protection. Polarized lenses reduce glare and block harmful UV rays.
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West Rand is a district municipality located in the Gauteng province of South Africa. As of 2016, the area has a population of 838,594. The municipality has existed as a municipality since 2000 and is situated at an elevation of 1,681 metres above sea level. Within its borders, the Danie Theron Monument serves as a notable feature. The district functions as an administrative entity within the broader regional framework of Gauteng.
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