UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Nijmegen, Netherlands 
will be up to 5.3, 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 5.3 in Nijmegen, 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.
The UV index in Nijmegen is generally low to moderate, ranging from about 1 in winter to 6 or 7 in summer. This means sunlight’s strongest in summer but doesn’t often reach very high levels.
Nijmegen has mild summers and cool winters. Rain happens throughout the year, with spring and autumn often feeling wetter. The weather changes quickly, and cloudy days are common, but snow is rare and usually light.
Compared to the rest of the Netherlands, Nijmegen's weather is quite typical, with similar temperatures and rainfall. It is cooler and wetter than many parts of southern Europe, but milder than countries to the north like Norway or Sweden. Neighboring Belgium shares similar climate patterns.
See the UV index hour by hour for Nijmegen, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.