UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Paris, France 
will be up to 5.4, 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 5.4 in Paris, 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 Paris generally ranges from low to moderate, with higher values in late spring and summer, especially around noon. During winter, the UV index is usually very low due to weak sunlight and cloud cover.
Paris experiences four distinct seasons: cold winters with temperatures often near freezing, mild and rainy springs, warm and sometimes hot summers with occasional heatwaves, and cool, crisp autumns with colorful foliage and increasing rain.
Compared to the rest of France, Paris is cooler and less sunny than southern cities like Marseille. It has milder winters than northern countries like Germany but more rain and less sunshine than Mediterranean neighbors such as Spain and Italy.
See the UV index hour by hour for Paris, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.