Last updated: June 2, 2025
In Vladimiro-Aleksandrovskoye, understanding the UV Index is crucial for protecting your skin and maintaining overall health. With the region's Dwb climate, residents and visitors alike face varying levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation throughout the day, especially during the peak hours around noon when the index can soar to 10—indicating a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. By staying informed about UV levels, you can take proactive steps to prevent sunburn and reduce the long-term risk of skin damage. So, whether you’re enjoying outdoor activities or simply taking a stroll, being aware of the UV Index helps ensure that your time in the sun is both safe and enjoyable.
The UV Index exhibits a notable peak in intensity throughout the midday hours. Starting from a gentle 1 at 07:00, it gradually ascends, reaching a moderate 4 by 09:00. The intensity escalates to a striking 10 between 13:00 and 14:00, marking the time when sun protection is essential for outdoor activities. As the afternoon wanes, the UV Index dips, falling back to 6 at 16:00 and later to 1 by 19:00. This pattern underscores the importance of being vigilant during peak UV hours, particularly between 11:00 and 14:00, when the sun’s rays are at their most potent.
| Time | UVI | Category | Time to Burn |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 | 1 | low | 45 min |
| 08:00 | 2 | low | 45 min |
| 09:00 | 4 | moderate | 30 min |
| 10:00 | 5 | moderate | 30 min |
| 11:00 | 8 | very high | 15 min |
| 12:00 | 9 | very high | 15 min |
| 13:00 | 10 | very high | 15 min |
| 14:00 | 10 | very high | 15 min |
| 15:00 | 8 | very high | 15 min |
| 16:00 | 6 | high | 25 min |
| 17:00 | 4 | moderate | 30 min |
| 18:00 | 2 | low | 45 min |
| 19:00 | 1 | low | 45 min |
Throughout the year, the UV Index experiences significant fluctuations, indicating varying levels of sun exposure risk. From January (UV Index 2, low exposure) to February (UV Index 3, moderate exposure), there is a gradual increase in UV intensity. However, a sharp rise can be observed starting in April (UV Index 7, high exposure) peaking during the summer months of June and July (UV Index 10, very high), followed by an extreme level in August (UV Index 11, extreme). The high-risk months for sunburn are April through September, where burn times decrease to as little as 10 minutes in August. Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions during these months, including seeking shade, wearing protective clothing, and using sunscreen with a high SPF, especially during midday hours. As fall approaches, the UV Index drops again, providing some relief with moderate levels in October and November before returning to low levels in December.
UV Risk Categories
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Petersburg UVI | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Nizhniy Novgorod UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Yekaterinburg UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Moscow UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Novosibirsk UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Vladimiro-Aleksandrovskoye | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 2 |