UV Index Update – Salisbury, NC

September 21, 2025

• Current UV Index: 2.3 (Low)
  Minimal risk for the general population. Sunglasses and light protection are optional for extended outdoor activities this morning.

Hourly Forecast Highlights

• Late Morning (10 AM – 11 AM): UV climbs into the moderate range (3–4).

• Peak Hours (12 PM – 3 PM): UV Index rises to 7–8 (High to Very High). This is the window with the greatest risk for skin damage.

• Late Afternoon (4 PM – 6 PM): Levels fall back into the moderate range before dropping quickly near sunset.

Guidance

• Low UV (0–2): Minimal protection needed.

• Moderate (3–5): Use sunscreen if outdoors for more than 30 minutes.

• High (6–7+): Seek shade, wear protective clothing, and reapply sunscreen every two hours.

• Very High (8+): Extra precautions necessary; unprotected skin can burn quickly.

Bottom Line

Expect a quiet morning with low UV exposure, but plan for high to very high UV risk during midday. If you’ll be outside between noon and 3 PM, take protective steps to limit sunburn and long-term skin damage.