UV index in Halehomaha today
Inland Halehomaha (HI) is 22.2° south. Without sea haze, January UV commonly runs 11–13 (extreme), and a cool morning is no reason to skip sunscreen. This is tropical latitude: the UV index stays high on most days and does not take a winter off.
Live reading · data by Open-Meteo · reference monitoring by ARPANSA
Today and tomorrow in Halehomaha
Peak UV, temperature and conditions for Halehomaha. Tomorrow’s peak is the number to plan around if you’re heading out in the middle of the day.
Weather conditions right now
Cloud and rain cut heat more than they cut UV. A partly cloudy day in Halehomaha can still sit at protection levels. Why you burn on cloudy days.
When Halehomaha needs sun protection
Sun protection is needed in Halehomaha every day of the year. Inland heat or a cool change does not change the UV index; go by the number, not how the day feels.
The threshold, per SunSmart and ARPANSA: whenever UV reaches 3 or above, Slip on covering clothing, Slop on SPF 50+ sunscreen, Slap on a hat, Seek shade and Slide on sunglasses. Read the full sun safety guide.
The UV scale at a glance
- 0–2Low
- 3–5Moderate
- 6–7High
- 8–10Very high
- 11+Extreme
Frequently asked questions
- When does Halehomaha need sun protection?
- Whenever the UV index is 3 or above. In Halehomaha that is every day of the year. The EPA Sun Safety action steps apply at the same threshold used worldwide.
- Does Halehomaha need sun protection in winter?
- Usually yes. At 22.2°N, winter middays in Halehomaha still commonly reach UV 3 or higher. Check today's live reading on this page before a long lunch outside.
- Can you burn on a cool day in Halehomaha?
- Yes. UV is not heat. A cool, windy or lightly cloudy day in Halehomaha can still sit at UV 3 or above, especially from spring through autumn. Temperature on this page is for context only; the UV number is what decides protection.