UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Barnaul, Russia 
will be up to 6.1, indicating a high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-07-25
With Barnaul's UV index reaching 6.1, protect your skin from harm by staying in shade, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest.
The UV index in Barnaul is generally low to moderate, ranging from 1 to 5 throughout the year, with higher values during late spring and summer months.
Barnaul experiences cold winters with snow and mild summers. Spring and fall are short and can be cool or rainy. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, while summer temperatures average around 20-25°C (68-77°F).
Compared to other parts of Siberia, Barnaul is milder with less extreme cold. It is warmer than northern Siberian cities but colder than southern Russia. Its climate is more continental than neighboring Kazakhstan, with more snowfall in winter.
See the UV index hour by hour for Barnaul, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.