UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Bathurst, Australia 
will be up to 4.2, indicating a moderate level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-09
With a UV index reaching up to 4.2 in Bathurst, stay shaded during midday when the sun is strongest; wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, UV-blocking sunglasses; apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days; and be cautious of heightened UV on bright surfaces.
Bathurst, Australia, typically has a UV index ranging from moderate to high, peaking in summer months around 10 to 12, and dropping to lower levels, around 3 to 5, during winter. The city experiences warm to hot summers with temperatures often above 30°C, while winters are mild to cool, sometimes dipping below 0°C at night. Rainfall is spread throughout the year but is somewhat higher in the summer, contributing to its generally temperate climate. Compared to other parts of New South Wales, Bathurst is cooler than coastal areas like Sydney but warmer than the higher alpine regions. Neighboring inland towns often have slightly more extreme temperatures, with hotter summers and colder winters than Bathurst.
See the UV index hour by hour for Bathurst, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.