UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Helsingborg, Sweden 
will be up to 5.3, 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: 2025-05-21
With a UV index reaching up to 5.3 in Helsingborg, 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 Helsingborg varies throughout the year, reaching higher levels in summer, around 5 to 6, and lower levels in winter, often below 1. Spring and autumn have moderate UV values around 2 to 3.
Helsingborg experiences mild summers with temperatures usually between 18 and 22°C. Winters are cold but not extreme, often above freezing. The city sees rain spread fairly evenly over the year with some snow in winter.
Compared to other parts of Sweden, Helsingborg has milder winters and cooler summers because it is near the sea. Compared to neighboring Denmark, Helsingborg is quite similar but slightly colder in winter due to its northern location.
See the UV index hour by hour for Helsingborg, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.