UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Coventry, United Kingdom 
will be up to 5, 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 5 in Coventry, 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.
The UV index in Coventry is generally low to moderate, rarely exceeding 5 even in summer, meaning the sun is not very strong compared to sunnier places.
Coventry experiences mild summers and cool winters with frequent rain throughout the year. Rainfall is fairly evenly spread, and temperatures usually range from about 1°C in winter to 22°C in summer.
Compared to southern England, Coventry has slightly cooler and wetter weather. It is less sunny than parts of southern England but similar to nearby cities like Birmingham and Nottingham in terms of temperature and rainfall.
See the UV index hour by hour for Coventry, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.