UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Saguenay, Canada 
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: 2025-05-11
With a UV index reaching up to 5.4 in Saguenay, 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.
Saguenay, Canada, has a UV index that ranges from low to moderate throughout the year, peaking during the summer months when the sun is strongest. The index typically stays between 0 and 7.
In Saguenay, winters are long, cold, and snowy, lasting from November to March. Summers are short but warm, from June to August, with mild temperatures and occasional rain showers. Spring and fall are cool and brief.
Compared to other parts of Quebec and neighboring provinces, Saguenay is colder in winter due to its northern location. It gets more snow than southern cities but less than some areas further north. Its summers are cooler than in southern Canadian cities.
See the UV index hour by hour for Saguenay, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.