UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Christchurch, New Zealand 
will be up to 2, indicating a low level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-13
Today, the UV index suggests low sun danger (0-2) in Christchurch, reaching up to 2. Remember sunglasses and SPF 30+ sunscreen on sunny days, and be cautious around reflective surfaces like sand, water, and snow for increased UV exposure.
The UV index in Christchurch varies throughout the year, typically reaching moderate to high levels during summer months, often between 6 and 10. In winter, the UV index is lower, usually around 2 to 4.
Christchurch has four distinct seasons with warm, sometimes hot summers and cool winters. Spring and autumn are mild with occasional rain. Winter is chilly and can bring frost and fog, while summer is generally sunny and dry.
Compared to other parts of New Zealand, Christchurch is drier and sunnier than the West Coast but cooler than northern cities like Auckland. It is less humid than coastal areas and experiences fewer extreme weather events than the central and northern regions.
See the UV index hour by hour for Christchurch, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.