UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Stoke, United Kingdom 
will be up to 5.3, 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: 2025-05-12
With a UV index reaching up to 5.3 in Stoke, 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 Stoke, United Kingdom, is generally low to moderate, ranging from about 0 in winter to around 5 or 6 in summer months. It rarely reaches very high levels. Stoke experiences four distinct seasons: cool winters with occasional frost, mild springs with increasing sunshine, warm summers with moderate rainfall, and crisp autumns with falling leaves and cooler temperatures. Rainfall is spread throughout the year but is slightly heavier in autumn and winter. Compared to the wider United Kingdom, Stoke has a similar temperate maritime climate with moderate rainfall but slightly cooler temperatures than southern England. Neighboring areas like Manchester or Birmingham share very similar weather patterns, with minor differences in rainfall and temperature.
See the UV index hour by hour for Stoke, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.