UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Stavanger, Norway 
will be up to 4.4, 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: 2025-05-09
With a UV index reaching up to 4.4 in Stavanger, 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 Stavanger is generally low due to its northern location, with values often between 0 and 3, peaking slightly during summer months around June and July.
Stavanger experiences mild summers and cool winters. Rain is common throughout the year, especially in autumn and winter, while summers are relatively drier and sunnier but still cool compared to many places.
Compared to other parts of Norway, Stavanger has milder winters because of the Gulf Stream. It is wetter than inland areas and southern neighbors like Denmark, but generally cooler and rainier than cities further south in Europe.
See the UV index hour by hour for Stavanger, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.