Places / Los Angeles, California
UV index in Los Angeles, California
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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 Los Angeles
Los Angeles spans coastal neighbourhoods, inland streets and exposed hills. This forecast uses downtown coordinates, so choose a more specific place if you are spending the day far across the region.
When to check the UV here
Coastal cloud and inland sunshine can differ on the same day. Read the destination’s curve rather than using the weather at home to judge an afternoon hike or beach visit.
Planning your time outside
Plan shade and covering for open trails and outdoor queues. If your day includes both the city and coast, check the place where you will spend the longest exposed stretch.
How to read this forecast
The chart loads hourly model data from currentuvindex.com for 34.0522, -118.2437. Times are local to this forecast point. Open Hour-by-hour numbers for the values, or compare the next few days below the main chart.
The forecast describes UV for the area, not the dose on your skin. Buildings, trees, cloud and reflective surfaces can change your exposure. It does not measure a particular beach chair, trail or street.
What time does UV drop below 3?
Read the descending side of today’s curve, then check that the later hours remain below 3. The time changes with the date and weather. See how to find the afternoon drop instead of using a fixed clock time.
What should I bring?
Plan sun protection when the forecast reaches 3 or higher. Shade, covering, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen work together. At very high UV, arrange outdoor time around the peak rather than relying on sunscreen alone.
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Sources and local information
UV forecasts are model estimates and can differ from conditions on the ground. Live data requires JavaScript and a connection to the provider; no typical UV values are substituted if it fails. Page updated October 15, 2026. See how the data works.