UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Richmond, Canada 
will be up to 6.2, indicating a high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-13
With Richmond's UV index reaching 6.2, protect your skin from harm by staying in shade, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest.
Richmond, Canada, has a UV index that varies seasonally, typically low in winter and moderate to high in summer, often reaching around 6 to 7 during peak months. The city experiences mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers, with most rain falling from October to March, and drier conditions from June to September. Compared to other parts of Canada, Richmond has milder winters and more rainfall, similar to nearby Vancouver, but less extreme cold than places further inland or east.
See the UV index hour by hour for Richmond, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.