UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Chelyabinsk, Russia 
will be up to 6, 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: 2025-06-01
With Chelyabinsk's UV index reaching 6, 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 Chelyabinsk is generally low to moderate, often ranging from 1 to 4 throughout the year, with higher values in summer months around June and July. Chelyabinsk experiences cold, snowy winters with temperatures often below freezing, and warm summers with temperatures rising up to 20-25°C. Spring and fall are short, with temperatures transitioning quickly between cold and warm. Compared to other parts of Russia, Chelyabinsk's climate is more continental, meaning larger temperature swings between seasons. It is colder than many western Russian cities but warmer than areas further east. Neighboring Kazakhstan has a somewhat similar climate but tends to be drier overall.
See the UV index hour by hour for Chelyabinsk, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.