UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Bournemouth, United Kingdom 
will be up to 5.4, 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: 2025-05-08
With a UV index reaching up to 5.4 in Bournemouth, 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.
Bournemouth's UV index is usually low to moderate, ranging from about 1 in winter to around 5 or 6 during summer months. It rarely reaches very high levels seen in hotter climates.
Seasonally, Bournemouth has mild winters with temperatures often above freezing and cool summers with average highs around 20°C to 22°C. Rainfall is spread evenly through the year, with slightly wetter autumns.
Compared to other parts of the UK, Bournemouth tends to be milder and sunnier, especially in winter. It is cooler and wetter than southern European countries but warmer and less rainy than northern parts of Scotland.
See the UV index hour by hour for Bournemouth, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.