UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Frankfurt am Main, Germany 
will be up to 6.5, 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: 2025-07-11
With Frankfurt am Main's UV index reaching 6.5, 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.
The UV index in Frankfurt am Main varies throughout the year, reaching its highest levels around 6 to 7 during summer months and dropping to low levels near 0 to 1 in winter.
Frankfurt experiences four distinct seasons: cold and sometimes snowy winters, mild springs, warm summers with occasional rain, and cool autumns where leaves change color and days gradually get shorter.
Compared to other parts of Germany, Frankfurt has milder winters and warmer summers. Neighboring countries like France and Switzerland show similar seasonal changes, but coastal countries like the Netherlands tend to have cooler summers and milder winters.
See the UV index hour by hour for Frankfurt am Main, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.