UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Newton Abbot, United Kingdom 
will be up to 5.6, 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 5.6 in Newton Abbot, 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.
Newton Abbot usually has a UV index ranging from low to moderate, peaking in summer months around 5 to 6. Winter months have very low UV levels, often below 1.
The weather in Newton Abbot changes with the seasons. Summers are mild and sometimes warm, with temperatures around 20°C (68°F). Winters are cool and wet, rarely dropping below freezing. Spring and autumn are mild with occasional rain.
Compared to other parts of the UK, Newton Abbot is sunnier and warmer, especially than northern England and Scotland. It has milder winters than many inland areas due to its southern location and proximity to the sea. Neighboring countries like Ireland have more rainfall and lower temperatures overall.
See the UV index hour by hour for Newton Abbot, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.