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UV Index in Indiana — Current UV Levels
Check the current UV index for 3 cities in Indiana. Select a city below for real-time UV data, hourly forecasts, and sun protection advice.
UV Index by City in Indiana
Sun Safety in Indiana
UV levels in Indiana vary by season, altitude, and proximity to water. The WHO recommends sun protection whenever UV reaches 3 or higher. Apply SPF 30+ before outdoor activities and reapply every 2 hours.
UV Index in Indiana: What to Know
Indiana sees moderate summer UV typical of the Midwest, with high levels in the long days around midsummer.
Across Indiana, the UV index peaks in the four hours around solar noon (roughly noon to 3 PM local time). The World Health Organization recommends sun protection whenever the UV index reaches 3 or higher: apply broad-spectrum SPF 30 at UV 3–5, SPF 50 at UV 6–7, and SPF 50+ with reapplication every two hours at UV 8 and above. Check the live, hour-by-hour UV index for Evansville, Fort Wayne and Indianapolis on the city pages above before heading outdoors.
Common Questions About UV in Indiana
When is the UV index highest in Indiana?
UV in Indiana is strongest between noon and 3 PM local time, and highest in the summer months when the sun sits highest in the sky. Check the hourly chart for Evansville above to see today's exact peak.
Do I need sunscreen in Indiana?
Yes — whenever the UV index reaches 3 or higher, which in Indiana covers most of the daytime hours from spring through fall. Even on cloudy days, up to 80% of UV can reach the ground.
How accurate is this UV data for Indiana?
Our UV index for Indiana comes from Open-Meteo, which aggregates national weather-service models, and updates every 15 minutes. Levels follow the official WHO global solar UV index scale.