UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Dresden, Germany 
will be up to 5.1, 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 5.1 in Dresden, 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 Dresden, Germany, varies throughout the year, typically ranging from low in winter (around 0-1) to moderate or high in summer (up to 6-7). It peaks during sunny days in late spring and summer.
Dresden experiences four distinct seasons: cold winters with occasional snow, mild springs with increasing sunshine, warm summers with average highs around 24°C (75°F), and cool autumns with more rainfall and decreasing temperatures.
Compared to other parts of Germany and neighboring countries like Poland and the Czech Republic, Dresden has similar weather patterns but slightly milder winters than areas further east and slightly warmer summers than northern Germany. It lies in a temperate climate zone common to central Europe.
See the UV index hour by hour for Dresden, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.