UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Honoka‘a, United States 
will be up to 11.9, indicating a extreme 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
UV index at 11.9 in Honoka‘a means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Honoka‘a typically has a moderate UV index ranging from about 3 to 7 throughout the year, with higher values in summer months and lower values in winter. This means the sun’s rays can be quite strong, especially during sunny days.
Seasonally, Honoka‘a experiences warm, wet winters and hot, dry summers. Rainfall is heavier in winter and spring, while summers are often sunny and less rainy. Temperatures stay fairly warm year-round due to its tropical location.
Compared to the broader Hawaii region, Honoka‘a is cooler and wetter because it is on the windward side of the Big Island and at a higher elevation. Neighboring areas like Kona are sunnier and drier, making Honoka‘a more lush and green than many parts of Hawaii.
See the UV index hour by hour for Honoka‘a, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.