UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Leeuwarden, Netherlands 
will be up to 4.9, 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: 2025-05-08
With a UV index reaching up to 4.9 in Leeuwarden, 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.
Leeuwarden has a UV index that typically ranges from low to moderate throughout the year, peaking around 5 to 6 in summer months. This means the sun’s rays are strongest during June and July.
The city experiences cool winters and mild summers. Spring and autumn bring changeable weather with rain showers often. Snowfall is rare but can happen in winter, while summers are not very hot, usually around 20°C to 25°C.
Compared to other parts of the Netherlands, Leeuwarden is cooler and wetter due to its northern location. It has milder summers than southern Dutch cities and sees more rain than neighboring Germany’s northwest regions.
See the UV index hour by hour for Leeuwarden, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.