UV Index in Alice Springs

Real-time UV forecast & tanning weather

Current Conditions

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3

Moderate

UV Index

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27°C

Temperature

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Clear sky

Conditions

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Peak Tanning Window 12PM • UV 5

Hourly UV Forecast

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6AM

0

7AM

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8AM

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9AM

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10AM

4

11AM

5

12PM

5

1PM

4

2PM

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NOW

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4PM

1

5PM

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6PM

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7PM

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8PM

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9PM

Low 0–2 Moderate 3–5 High 6–7 Very High 8–10 Extreme 11+

16-Day UV Forecast

5

Mon 1

Good

5

Tue 2

Excellent

5

Wed 3

Excellent

5

Thu 4

Excellent

5

Fri 5

Good

5

Sat 6

Fair

4

Sun 7

Fair

5

Mon 8

Good

5

Tue 9

Excellent

4

Wed 10

Excellent

5

Thu 11

Excellent

4

Fri 12

Excellent

4

Sat 13

Excellent

1

Sun 14

Poor

1

Mon 15

Poor

0

Tue 16

Location & Climate

In Alice Springs, UV rises from 6 in June to 11 in January, with peak tanning months being January, February, March, November, December. The strongest UV occurs during the southern hemisphere summer months.

UV levels in this region are exceptionally high due to lower ozone concentrations. Apply SPF 50+ sunscreen and wear UV-protective clothing, even on partly cloudy days.

Beach and coastal destinations benefit from cooling sea breezes, but UV reflected from water and sand can increase your total exposure by up to 25%. Apply sunscreen more frequently and protect your eyes.

During the peak tanning season, use SPF 30-50 depending on the time of day. In winter months, SPF 15-30 is usually sufficient for daily protection.

Tanning Tips

Alice Springs enjoys strong UV from spring through fall. Peak tanning season runs January to December, with UV often exceeding 8.

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Monthly UV Index in Alice Springs

Average daily maximum UV index by month

Jan

11

Feb

11

Mar

10

Apr

9

May

7

Jun

6

Jul

6

Aug

6

Sep

7

Oct

9

Nov

10

Dec

11

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Best Months to Tan in Alice Springs

Based on average UV levels, the best months for tanning in Alice Springs are:

January Excellent February Excellent March Excellent April Excellent May Great September Great October Excellent November Excellent December Excellent

Rating based on average monthly UV index

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UV index in Alice Springs right now?

The current UV index in Alice Springs is shown in the live weather section above. UV levels change throughout the day, typically peaking between 11 AM and 2 PM local time.

What is the best month to tan in Alice Springs?

The best months for tanning in Alice Springs are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December, when average UV levels reach 7 or higher.

How long should I tan in Alice Springs?

Tanning time depends on your skin type and the current UV index. For a moderate UV of 9, a person with Skin Type III (medium complexion) can safely tan for about 17 minutes per session. Use our Tanning Calculator for personalized recommendations.

Is it safe to tan in UV index 11?

UV index 11 is classified as Extreme. Extreme — stay in shade during peak hours. Tanning is not recommended without strong protection.

When is the peak UV time in Alice Springs?

UV levels in Alice Springs typically peak between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM local time. The exact peak depends on the season, cloud cover, and altitude.

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UV Index in Alice Springs

Current Conditions

Hourly UV Forecast

16-Day UV Forecast

Location & Climate

Tanning Tips

Monthly UV Index in Alice Springs

Best Months to Tan in Alice Springs

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Tanning Tools & Calculators

Frequently Asked Questions

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