UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Eugene, United States 
will be up to 7.2, 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: 2025-05-09
With Eugene's UV index reaching 7.2, 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.
Eugene's UV index varies throughout the year, usually reaching moderate levels in spring and summer and lower levels in fall and winter. It rarely spikes as high as in desert or tropical areas.
Eugene has mild, wet winters with frequent rain and cool temperatures. Summers are warm and dry, with longer sunny days. Spring and fall are transitional seasons with variable weather and moderate rain.
Compared to other parts of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, Eugene has a similar rainy climate but experiences slightly warmer summers. It is wetter and cooler than nearby states like California but drier and sunnier than coastal Washington.
See the UV index hour by hour for Eugene, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.