UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Liverpool, United Kingdom 
will be up to 4.8, 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: 2025-05-11
With a UV index reaching up to 4.8 in Liverpool, 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.
Liverpool's UV index is generally low to moderate throughout the year, rarely reaching very high levels due to its northern location and frequent cloud cover. UV levels are higher during summer months but still usually stay below extreme levels.
Liverpool experiences mild, wet winters and cool summers. Rainfall is spread fairly evenly year-round, with slightly drier months in spring and summer. The city sees more overcast days than sunshine, and temperatures rarely become very hot or very cold.
Compared to other parts of the UK, Liverpool is wetter and cloudier than southeastern England but milder than northern Scotland. Its weather is similar to nearby cities in northwest England and Wales, with more rain than places further east or south.
See the UV index hour by hour for Liverpool, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.