UV Index in Zadar

Real-time UV forecast & tanning weather

Current Conditions

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23°C
Temperature
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Conditions
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Peak Tanning Window 12PM • UV 6

Hourly UV Forecast

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6AM
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7AM
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NOW
3
9AM
3
10AM
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11AM
6
12PM
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1PM
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2PM
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3PM
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4PM
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Low 0–2 Moderate 3–5 High 6–7 Very High 8–10 Extreme 11+

16-Day UV Forecast

6
Mon 1
Excellent
7
Tue 2
Excellent
3
Wed 3
Poor
7
Thu 4
Excellent
7
Fri 5
Excellent
7
Sat 6
Excellent
7
Sun 7
Excellent
7
Mon 8
Excellent
7
Tue 9
Excellent
7
Wed 10
Excellent
7
Thu 11
Excellent
7
Fri 12
Excellent
7
Sat 13
Excellent
2
Sun 14
Poor
5
Mon 15
Excellent
6
Tue 16
Excellent

Location & Climate

With its coastal location, Zadar boasts a long tanning season marked by high UV levels from spring to autumn, often with clear skies. The best time for tanning is midday on the city's numerous beaches during June, July, and August.

Tanning Tips

Zadar has a distinct tanning season from April to October. Winter UV is too low for effective tanning.

Weather data by Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)

Monthly UV Index in Zadar

Average daily maximum UV index by month

Jan
3
Feb
3
Mar
4
Apr
5
May
7
Jun
8
Jul
8
Aug
8
Sep
7
Oct
5
Nov
4
Dec
3
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Best Months to Tan in Zadar

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

April Good May Great June Great July Great August Great September Great October Good

Rating based on average monthly UV index

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UV index in Zadar right now?
The current UV index in Zadar 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 Zadar?
The best months for tanning in Zadar are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, when average UV levels reach 5 or higher.
How long should I tan in Zadar?
Tanning time depends on your skin type and the current UV index. For a moderate UV of 7, a person with Skin Type III (medium complexion) can safely tan for about 21 minutes per session. Use our Tanning Calculator for personalized recommendations.
Is it safe to tan in UV index 8?
UV index 8 is classified as Very High. Very High — avoid prolonged sun exposure. Short tanning sessions with SPF 50+ recommended.
When is the peak UV time in Zadar?
UV levels in Zadar 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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