UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Aurora, United States 
will be up to 11.5, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-21
UV index at 11.5 in Aurora means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Aurora, United States, experiences a UV index that varies throughout the year, typically higher in summer months reaching levels around 7 to 9, and lower in winter months, often below 3. The city has four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters with temperatures often below freezing; warm, humid summers with temperatures in the 80s°F (27-32°C); and mild spring and fall seasons with moderate temperatures and changing foliage. Compared to the wider Midwest region, Aurora has similar seasonal weather patterns but can experience more snow than southern states. Its weather is generally cooler and less humid than southern states but warmer and less snowy than northern Great Lakes areas.
See the UV index hour by hour for Aurora, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.