At solar noon (12:39:57 PM) the sun reaches 38.2° above the horizon in Yorktown Heights. Without clouds, that corresponds to a maximum UV index of about 3.5 (moderate). Clouds usually lower the real value; snow, sand, water and altitude can raise it.
UV index in Yorktown Heights, next 14 days
| Date | Sun at noon | Clear-sky max | Forecast max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38.2° | 3.5 Moderate | — | |
| 37.9° | 3.4 Moderate | — | |
| 37.5° | 3.3 Moderate | — | |
| 37.2° | 3.3 Moderate | — | |
| 36.8° | 3.2 Moderate | — | |
| 36.5° | 3.2 Moderate | — | |
| 36.1° | 3.1 Moderate | — | |
| 35.8° | 3.0 Moderate | — | |
| 35.5° | 3.0 Moderate | — | |
| 35.1° | 2.9 Low | — | |
| 34.8° | 2.9 Low | — | |
| 34.5° | 2.8 Low | — | |
| 34.2° | 2.7 Low | — | |
| 33.9° | 2.7 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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Yorktown Heights is a census-designated place in Westchester County, New York. This community covers an area of 2.4 square kilometers and sits at an elevation of 150 meters above sea level. According to the 2020 census, the population of the area is 1,884 residents. Local landmarks include the Yorktown Heights Railroad Station, which serves as a reminder of the area's rail history, and the First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown. These structures remain prominent features within the local landscape as the community continues to function as a residential locality within the larger framework of Westchester County.
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