UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Tampa, United States 
will be up to 11.2, indicating a extreme 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
UV index at 11.2 in Tampa means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Tampa's UV index is high in summer, often reaching 10 or more, meaning strong sun exposure. It lowers in winter to about 3-5. UV levels peak midday during sunny days. Tampa's weather changes seasonally with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer sees frequent afternoon thunderstorms, while winters are drier and cooler. Spring and fall are warm and pleasant. Compared to other U.S. Gulf Coast cities, Tampa is warmer in winter and more humid. It has more sunshine than northern states but shares similar summer humidity and storm patterns with nearby Florida cities.
See the UV index hour by hour for Tampa, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.