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Sun protection should be used when the ultraviolet (UV) index reaches 3 or above. The UV index shows the level of UV radiation and the potential danger of sun exposure. The sun's rays are strongest at the higher UV numbers.
0 to 2 Low
Wear sunglasses when outdoors all year round. If outside for more than one hour, cover up and use sunscreen.
3 to 5 Moderate
Take precautions.
Cover up and apply sunscreen especially if you will be outside for 30 minutes or more.
Look for shade near midday when the sun is strongest.
6 to 7 High
Protection required.
Reduce time in the sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Seek shade, cover up, and apply sunscreen.
8 to 10 Very high
Extra precautions required--unprotected skin will be damaged and can burn quickly.
Limit time in the sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Seek shade, cover up, and apply sunscreen.
11 and above Extreme
Take full precautions--unprotected skin will be damaged and can burn in minutes.