UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Dudley, United Kingdom 
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: 2025-05-13
With a UV index reaching up to 5.1 in Dudley, 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 Dudley, United Kingdom, is generally low to moderate, ranging from about 1 in winter to 5 or 6 in summer, meaning sun exposure is usually mild to moderate. Dudley experiences mild summers with average highs around 20°C and cool winters with temperatures often near 2°C. Rainfall is spread fairly evenly throughout the year, but autumn and winter months tend to be wetter. Compared to the wider West Midlands region, Dudley’s weather is very similar, with slightly more rain than southern England but less than northern or western parts of the UK. Neighboring countries like Ireland and northern France have comparable temperatures, though coastal areas there may be windier.
See the UV index hour by hour for Dudley, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.