UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in St. Albert, Canada 
will be up to 5.7, 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: 2025-05-09
With a UV index reaching up to 5.7 in St. Albert, 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 St. Albert varies throughout the year, with higher levels during the summer months reaching around 7 to 8, and much lower levels in winter, often close to 0 or 1.
St. Albert experiences cold winters with snow and temperatures often below freezing, while summers are warm and mild with temperatures averaging between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius. Spring and fall are transitional seasons with moderate weather.
Compared to other parts of Canada, St. Albert has colder winters than coastal areas like Vancouver but is milder than the northern territories. It has similar weather patterns to nearby Edmonton and Alberta but less rainfall than regions to the east.
See the UV index hour by hour for St. Albert, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.