UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Red Deer, Canada 
will be up to 5.7, 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: 2025-05-10
With a UV index reaching up to 5.7 in Red Deer, 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 Red Deer varies throughout the year, typically reaching higher levels during summer months, around 6 to 7, indicating moderate to high ultraviolet radiation. In winter, it drops to very low levels near 0 or 1.
Red Deer experiences cold winters with temperatures often below freezing and snow cover. Summers are warm and sometimes hot, with long daylight hours. Spring and fall bring mild weather and gradual changes in temperature and precipitation.
Compared to other parts of Canada, Red Deer has a more continental climate with larger temperature swings. It is generally colder than southern provinces but milder than northern territories. Compared to nearby Calgary, it tends to be slightly cooler and wetter.
See the UV index hour by hour for Red Deer, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.