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UV Exposure Categories
What Are the UV Exposure Categories?
Have you ever wondered how much UV is too much? This UV exposure table details the different levels of UV exposure and what they mean to you. Learn more about the effects of UV exposure.
Index Values |
Exposure Categories |
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0-2 |
Minimal—An index reading of 0 to 2 means minimal danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. |
3-4 |
Low—An index reading of 3 to 4 means you may be at risk of skin damage from the sun's rays. Many people can experience a sunburn in 45 minutes. |
5-6 |
Moderate—An index reading of 5 to 6 means you may be at some measurable risk of skin damage due to the sun. Many people can experience a burn in only 30 minutes. |
7-9 |
High—An index reading of 7 to 9 means you may be at high risk of harm from unprotected exposure to the sun. Many people can burn in under 15 minutes. |
10+ |
Very High—An index reading of 10 and above means you are at maximum risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Many people burn in as little as 10 minutes without protection. |
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0-2
Minimal—An index reading of 0 to 2 means minimal danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person.
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3-4
Low—An index reading of 3 to 4 means you may be at risk of skin damage from the sun's rays. Many people can experience a sunburn in 45 minutes.
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5-6
Moderate—An index reading of 5 to 6 means you may be at some measurable risk of skin damage due to the sun. Many people can experience a burn in only 30 minutes.
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7-9
High—An index reading of 7 to 9 means you may be at high risk of harm from unprotected exposure to the sun. Many people can burn in under 15 minutes.
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10+
Very High—An index reading of 10 and above means you are at maximum risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Many people burn in as little as 10 minutes without protection.
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