UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Salzburg, Austria 
will be up to 6.4, 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 Salzburg's UV index reaching 6.4, 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.
Salzburg's UV index typically ranges from low to moderate, reaching higher levels during summer months. The index rarely hits extremes due to the city's altitude and frequent cloud cover. Winter UV is generally low.
Salzburg has four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters; mild, rainy springs; warm, pleasant summers; and cool, crisp autumns. Snow is common from December to February, while summer temperatures peak around July and August.
Compared to other parts of Austria, Salzburg is cooler and wetter due to nearby mountains. It is wetter and less sunny than Vienna but less cold and snowy than higher Alpine areas. Neighboring Germany's Bavarian region has similar weather patterns.
See the UV index hour by hour for Salzburg, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.