UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Wollongong, Australia 
will be up to 3.7, 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 3.7 in Wollongong, 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.
Wollongong's UV index is usually moderate to high, especially in summer months when it can reach very high levels, increasing the strength of the sun's rays. In winter, the UV index lowers but can still be moderate during midday.
Wollongong has mild, wet winters and warm, sometimes humid summers. Rain is more common in cooler months, and summers tend to be drier with occasional thunderstorms. The weather changes gradually with seasons, without extreme temperatures.
Compared to inland Australia, Wollongong is cooler and wetter due to its coastal location. It has milder summers than cities like Sydney and is generally less hot than many parts of northern Australia, but more humid than drier western regions.
See the UV index hour by hour for Wollongong, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.