UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Kodaikānāl, India 
will be up to 13.4, 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: 2025-07-21
UV index at 13.4 in Kodaikānāl 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.
The UV index in Kodaikānāl is usually moderate, ranging from 3 to 7 depending on the season, with higher values during the summer months when the sun is strongest.
Kodaikānāl has cool, mild summers and chilly winters due to its hill station location. The monsoon season brings heavy rainfall from June to September, while the dry season from October to May is cooler and less rainy.
Compared to other parts of southern India, Kodaikānāl is cooler and wetter because it is in the Western Ghats. Neighboring regions like Tamil Nadu plains are hotter and drier, while Kerala's coastal areas receive more rain year-round.
See the UV index hour by hour for Kodaikānāl, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.