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Real-time solar radiation monitoring

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
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Cardiff

Wales, United Kingdom • Local time: 09:51

Live UV Index
09:00
1.4
Low
Peak 5.6 at 13:00

Temp

20.1°C
Sunny

Status

Sunny

Max

31.5°C

Next 3 Hours

2.6
10:00
4.0
11:00
5.1
12:00

Humidity

57%

Cloud

0%

Wind Spd

14.8km/h

"Low risk. Minimal protection needed."

Today's UV Forecast

Hourly prediction for Cardiff · Peak 5.6 at 13:00

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1.4
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2.6
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4.0
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5.1
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5.3
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2.7
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0.8
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0.3
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51.4801, -3.1928 · Elev. 8 m · Europe/London

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Live UV Index in Cardiff

This page shows the live UV index for Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. Use the current reading, today's peak estimate, and the all-day hourly forecast to plan outdoor time and sun protection in Cardiff.

UV intensity can change quickly around midday. Check the peak time and hourly bars for Cardiff before long outdoor activities, and increase protection when the index moves into High or above.

Planning Outdoor Time in Cardiff

Pair the live UV index with temperature, cloud cover, and wind to judge comfort and exposure risk. Even on cooler or breezy days, high UV can still cause skin damage.

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