UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Sandavágur, 
will be up to 5.1, 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: 2025-06-21
With a UV index reaching up to 5.1 in Sandavágur, 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 Sandavágur is generally low to moderate throughout the year, rarely exceeding 5, due to its northern location and frequent cloud cover. Peaks occur during summer months but remain lower than in southern Europe.
Sandavágur experiences cool summers and mild winters with frequent rain and strong winds. Spring and autumn are transitional seasons with variable weather, often cloudy and rainy. Temperatures rarely drop below freezing in winter or rise above 15°C in summer.
Compared to neighboring countries like Iceland and Norway, Sandavágur has milder winters and cooler summers. It is wetter and windier than Iceland but less extreme than mainland Norway. Its climate is typical for the Faroe Islands, wetter and cooler than Scotland or Ireland nearby.
See the UV index hour by hour for Sandavágur, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.