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UV index at Gardens of Versailles, France
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- Low 0 to 2
- Moderate 3 to 5
- High 6 to 7
- Very high 8 to 10
- Extreme 11+
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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 Gardens of Versailles
The Gardens of Versailles extend the visit beyond the palace rooms into formal gardens, fountains and long outdoor walks. The palace's official visitor information suggests allowing a full day for the wider estate.
This forecast is for the gardens near the palace. It is an area estimate, not a shade map for individual groves or a separate forecast for every part of the estate.
Open terraces and sheltered paths
A garden visit can alternate between tree-lined sections and open terraces. Shade in one stretch does not describe the next, especially when you stop beside a fountain or cross a broad avenue.
A cloudy morning may also look different by the time you return. Check the hours of the actual garden walk instead of using the weather at the palace entrance as a guide for the whole day.
Fit the gardens around your plans
Compare the forecast before deciding whether to walk the gardens before or after an indoor visit. A lower-UV window can be useful, but it must fit current access arrangements and any booked entry.
Garden events and routes have their own schedules. Use the official estate information for those details; the curve above is only about the forecast UV outside.
Sun protection tips for Gardens of Versailles
- Bring sun protection for open paths even if most of your booking is for indoor rooms.
- A hat, sunglasses and covering clothing are useful for longer walks between fountains and groves.
- Keep sunscreen accessible rather than leaving it with belongings you will not have during the garden visit.
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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.