UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Sheffield, United Kingdom 
will be up to 4.9, 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 4.9 in Sheffield, 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.
Sheffield's UV index is usually low to moderate, ranging from about 1 in winter to 5 or 6 in summer. It rarely reaches very high levels compared to sunnier countries.
Sheffield experiences four distinct seasons: cool winters with some frost and occasional snow, mild springs with increasing sunshine, warm summers that are not too hot, and cool, damp autumns with more rain.
Compared to other parts of the UK, Sheffield is slightly cooler and wetter because it is near hills. Neighboring countries like Ireland tend to be milder and wetter, while parts of southern England are warmer and sunnier in summer.
See the UV index hour by hour for Sheffield, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.