UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Cambridge, United Kingdom 
will be up to 7.1, 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: 2025-06-25
With Cambridge's UV index reaching 7.1, 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom, is generally low to moderate, ranging from 1 to 5 throughout the year, with higher levels during late spring and summer months when the sun is strongest.
Seasonal patterns in Cambridge include cool, wet winters with temperatures often between 0 and 8°C, mild springs, warm summers with averages around 20-25°C, and cool, rainy autumns. Rainfall is spread fairly evenly year-round.
Compared to the wider United Kingdom and neighboring countries, Cambridge tends to have slightly milder winters than northern Scotland and Ireland. Its summers are relatively warm but less hot than continental Europe. Rainfall is typical for southern England, less than in western parts of the UK.
See the UV index hour by hour for Cambridge, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.