UV Index in Las Vegas

Real-time UV forecast & tanning weather

Current Conditions

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Peak Tanning Window 1PM • UV 9

Hourly UV Forecast

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16-Day UV Forecast

9
Sun 31
Excellent
9
Mon 1
Excellent
9
Tue 2
Excellent
9
Wed 3
Excellent
9
Thu 4
Excellent
9
Fri 5
Excellent
8
Sat 6
Excellent
9
Sun 7
Excellent
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Mon 8
Good
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Tue 9
Excellent
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Wed 10
Excellent
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Thu 11
Excellent
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Fri 12
Excellent
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Sat 13
Excellent
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Sun 14
Excellent
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Mon 15
Good

Location & Climate

Las Vegas offers a dry desert climate with strong sunshine and high UV indexes, particularly during the warmer months, making it conducive to tanning. Utilize the many poolside lounges at resorts during midday for prime tanning opportunities, but stay hydrated and protected against the intense desert sun.

Tanning Tips

Las Vegas has a distinct tanning season from March to September. Winter UV is too low for effective tanning.

Weather data by Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)

Monthly UV Index in Las Vegas

Average daily maximum UV index by month

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3
Feb
5
Mar
7
Apr
9
May
11
Jun
12
Jul
12
Aug
11
Sep
9
Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Best Months to Tan in Las Vegas

Based on average UV levels, the best months for tanning in Las Vegas are:

March Great April Excellent May Excellent June Excellent July Excellent August Excellent September Excellent

Rating based on average monthly UV index

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Tanning in UV 9-10+ → Aggressive Tanning — What to Know → Safe Tanning Tips → Best Time of Day to Tan → How to Get Rid of a Tan →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UV index in Las Vegas right now?
The current UV index in Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas?
The best months for tanning in Las Vegas are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, when average UV levels reach 7 or higher.
How long should I tan in Las Vegas?
Tanning time depends on your skin type and the current UV index. For a moderate UV of 10, a person with Skin Type III (medium complexion) can safely tan for about 15 minutes per session. Use our Tanning Calculator for personalized recommendations.
Is it safe to tan in UV index 12?
UV index 12 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 Las Vegas?
UV levels in Las Vegas typically peak between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM local time. The exact peak depends on the season, cloud cover, and altitude.

UV Index in Nearby Cities

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Henderson
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Boulder City
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Laughlin
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
St. George
Avg. Peak UV
› 10
Lake Havasu City
Avg. Peak UV
› 9
Springdale
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