UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Geelong, Australia 
will be up to 2.3, indicating a low level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-21
Today, the UV index suggests low sun danger (0-2) in Geelong, reaching up to 2.3. Remember sunglasses and SPF 30+ sunscreen on sunny days, and be cautious around reflective surfaces like sand, water, and snow for increased UV exposure.
Geelong's UV index usually ranges from moderate to high, especially during summer months, often peaking around 8 to 11. Spring and autumn generally see moderate UV levels, while winter UV levels are lower.
Geelong experiences mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Spring is often changeable with more rain, and autumn is cooler with decreasing rainfall. Rain tends to fall mostly in winter and spring, with dry conditions common in summer.
Compared to other parts of Victoria and nearby Melbourne, Geelong is slightly cooler in summer with less humidity. It has similar rainfall patterns but is drier than coastal areas to the east and wetter than inland parts of western Victoria.
See the UV index hour by hour for Geelong, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.