UV Index in Gold Coast, Queensland
Friday
13/11/2026
Current UV Index:
4.6
Moderate
Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen. Wear a hat and UV-blocking sunglasses if outdoors during midday hours.
UV Index Scale
Low
0
- 2
Minimal Risk Wear sunglasses on bright days. No broad-spectrum sunscreen required unless outdoors for extended periods near reflective surfaces.
Moderate
3
- 5
Moderate Risk Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen. Wear a hat and UV-blocking sunglasses if outdoors during midday hours.
High
6
- 7
High Risk Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours. Seek shade between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and wear a wide-brim hat, protective clothing, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Very high
8
- 10
Higher Risk Minimize outdoor activity between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ generously every 2 hours, and wear UV-protective long sleeves, pants, a wide-brim hat, and wrap-around sunglasses.
Extremely
11+
Extreme Risk Avoid outdoor exposure between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. If outdoors, wear SPF 50+ sunscreen, UPF clothing, a wide-brim hat, and wrap-around sunglasses.
Hourly UV Index Forecast
Wear sunglasses on sunny days. In winter, reflection can double the intensity of UV rays.
If you burn easily, cover up and use sunscreen.
If you burn easily, cover up and use sunscreen.
1-2
Low
3-5
Moderate
6-7
High
8-10
Very high
11+
Extremely
📅 Daily UV Index Forecast (Next 8 Days)
| Date | Weather & Temperature | Daily UV Index & Protection Risk |
|---|---|---|
| 13/11/2026 |  Light Rain(22o / 29o) | 10.99Extremely
SPF 50+ & Avoid Sun Midday
|
| 14/11/2026 | Light Rain(21o / 28o) | 9.38Very high
SPF 50+ & Seek Shade
|
| 15/11/2026 | Moderate Rain(21o / 29o) | 10.14Extremely
SPF 50+ & Avoid Sun Midday
|
| 16/11/2026 | Heavy Intensity Rain(19o / 28o) | 10.31Extremely
SPF 50+ & Avoid Sun Midday
|
| 17/11/2026 | Light Rain(18o / 27o) | 5.76High
SPF 30+ & Hat Required
|
| 18/11/2026 | Light Rain(17o / 22o) | 6.00High
SPF 30+ & Hat Required
|
| 19/11/2026 |  Broken Clouds(15o / 23o) | 6.00High
SPF 30+ & Hat Required
|
| 20/11/2026 |  Few Clouds(15o / 23o) | 6.00High
SPF 30+ & Hat Required
|
Current Weather in Gold Coast, Queensland
13/11/2026
28o
Broken Clouds
22oC
/
29oC
| Feel like
31oC
32% Rain
|
0 mm
0
0
4.6
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