Check the UV index today, humidity and air quality for your city, and what they mean for your skin. Data updates live.
What the UV index means for your skin
- 0–2 Low: daily sunscreen is still a good habit.
- 3–5 Moderate: wear SPF 30 or higher.
- 6–7 High: SPF 50, shade around midday.
- 8–10 Very high: SPF 50 PA++++, reapply every 2 hours outdoors.
- 11+ Extreme: avoid direct sun from 11 am to 3 pm.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the UV index so high in India?
Most of India is close to the equator, so the sun is high in the sky for much of the year. UV is often 8 or more from March to June, even on hazy days.
Does pollution affect skin?
High AQI days add particles and oxidative stress to skin. A gentle evening cleanse and a good moisturiser help; harsh scrubbing does not.
How is the AQI here calculated?
It is estimated on the Indian (CPCB) scale from 24-hour average PM2.5 and PM10 data from Open-Meteo. Official CPCB station readings may differ.