UV index in Perth today
Perth is one of the sunniest capitals on Earth, with clear-sky summer days that push the UV index deep into extreme territory. The afternoon 'Fremantle Doctor' cools the air, not the UV.
Today’s peak: 5.0 (moderate) around 1 pm
Temperature: 6°C. Remember, UV and heat are unrelated
Protection: No protection needed for most people, unless outside for extended periods or near reflective surfaces like snow and water.
What does UV 0 mean for your skin?
Check my tan timeReading updates roughly every 30 minutes · data by Open-Meteo · reference monitoring by ARPANSA
When Perth needs sun protection
Sun protection is typically needed from August through May, and on winter days whenever UV reaches 3 around midday.
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.
Where the UV adds up in Perth
Long, happy hours outdoors are where exposure quietly accumulates. Local favourites where the five S’s earn their keep:
- Cottesloe and Scarborough beaches
- Kings Park and Botanic Garden
- Swan River foreshore cycle paths
- Rottnest Island day trips
The UV scale at a glance
- 0–2Low
- 3–5Moderate
- 6–7High
- 8–10Very high
- 11+Extreme
Local support in Western Australia
Cancer Council WA: West Australian sun-safety campaigns and SunSmart schools.