UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands 
will be up to 4.1, 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 4.1 in Tórshavn, 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 Tórshavn is usually low, often around 1 to 3 because the Faroe Islands are far north and cloudy much of the time. It rarely gets very strong sunlight.
Tórshavn's weather changes a lot through the year. Winters are cool and windy with lots of rain and fog. Summers are mild and often rainy but not very warm, with temperatures mostly between 10°C and 15°C.
Compared to other places in Northern Europe, the Faroe Islands are cooler and rainier than much of mainland Norway or Denmark. The weather is more unsettled and windier than in neighboring Iceland, due to ocean currents and location.
See the UV index hour by hour for Tórshavn, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.