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UV index at Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy
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- Low 0 to 2
- Moderate 3 to 5
- High 6 to 7
- Very high 8 to 10
- Extreme 11+
Hour-by-hour numbers
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The next few days
Each day’s UV curve and peak, drawn on the same scale so you can compare. The forecast reaches roughly four days ahead.
What to do today
About the Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower stands beside Pisa Cathedral in the Piazza dei Miracoli. A visit often means more time outside than the tower climb alone: walking across the square, waiting for an entry slot and finding a spot for the familiar leaning-tower photograph.
The chart above is a forecast for the area around the tower. It does not measure the shade beside a particular building or the exposure on an upper walkway.
Photo stops and the open square
The square has broad open spaces. Stopping for photographs can turn a short crossing into a longer stretch in direct sun. Shade changes as the sun moves, so a sheltered spot earlier in the day may not help on the return walk.
Bright surroundings can make the square feel glaring, but glare is not a UV reading. Use the hourly forecast rather than how warm the air or paving feels.
Choosing your visiting time
Compare the hours around your booked visit, including the approach and the walk back. Morning and later-afternoon readings may be lower than the daily peak, but check the actual curve rather than choosing a fixed hour for every season.
A quieter queue is not necessarily a lower-UV queue. The official visitor information is the place to check entry arrangements; the forecast helps you plan for the outdoor part.
Sun protection tips for Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Keep a hat and sunglasses handy while crossing the square and taking photographs.
- Cover exposed shoulders and use sunscreen according to its label. Bring protection even if the tower climb itself is brief.
- Include café stops and the walk from your transport in your outdoor plans, not just the entry slot.
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Visitor information
UV forecasts are model estimates for the area, not readings from the monument itself. Shade and your route change your actual exposure. This is general information about sun safety and isn’t medical advice. Last updated October 24, 2026.