What is the Bam UV index scale today?

Consult the Bam UV index today to determine whether sun exposure is safe or if precautions should be taken.

Very High Bam

The current Bam UV index is very high, with a value of 10.6223. Limit your exposure to the sun, especially during midday; be sure to wear protective clothing, apply sunscreen, and use a hat.

2026-08-18 09:27 UTC

Bam Max UV Index
12.1188
Max UV Index Datetime
2026-08-18 08:11
Country
Iran
UV Index Datetime
2026-08-18 09:27
Latitude
29.1061
Longitude
58.3569
City
Bam
Data source
OpenUV · WHO scale
Today's max Bam UV index is extreme, measuring 12.1188 around 2026-08-18 08:11. It is crucial to avoid sun exposure, seek shade, and wear comprehensive sun protection including clothing, sunscreen, and a hat.

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Bam Real-Time UV Index Forecast Chart (Hourly Bam UV Index Chart)

Explore the Bam UV index forecast chart for the coming hours to stay informed about the varying levels of ultraviolet radiation throughout the day.

Safe Exposure Time Calculation (Time to Burn Chart)

The most commonly used scheme to classify a person's skin type by their response to sun exposure — the degree of burning and tanning — was developed by Thomas B. Fitzpatrick, MD, PhD. As a matter of fact, even the skin colours of Emoji characters are based on the Fitzpatrick scale.

Skin Type Color Typical Features Tanning Ability Time to Burn (minutes)
I Red or blond hair; light-colored eyes; freckles likely Always burns, does not tan 15.69
II Light eyes; light hair Burns easily, tans poorly 18.83
III Any eye or hair color (very common skin type) Tans after initial burn 25.1
IV Dark brown hair; medium to heavy pigmentation Burns minimally, tans easily 31.38
V Dark hair; rarely sun sensitive Rarely burns, tans darkly easily 50.21
VI N/A Never burns, always tans darkly 94.14

Ultraviolet Radiation Reflection from Surfaces

Highly reflective surfaces — including concrete, snow, glass, water and polished metals — can increase the surrounding levels of solar UV (see source).

Material Reflected Solar UV Rays (%) Effective UV Index UV Color
New black roadway (Asphalt) 4.1% 11.06
Old grey roadway (Asphalt) 8.9% 11.57
Footpath (Concrete) 10.1% 11.7
Grasslands (Grass) 1.2% 10.75
Lawn (Grass) 3.5% 10.99
Fiberglass boat deck 9.1% 11.59
White house paint 22% 12.96
Wet beach sand 7.1% 11.38
Dry beach sand 16.5% 12.37
Clay/humus (Soil) 5% 11.15
Open water 3.3% 10.97
Open ocean 8% 11.47
Sea surf/white foam 27.5% 13.54
Snow old/new 69% 17.95
Wood boat deck 6.6% 11.32
Bam UV Index

Required Sunlight Exposure for Vitamin D in Bam

Vitamin D is a hormone that controls calcium levels in the blood. It is needed to develop and maintain healthy bones, muscles and teeth, and is also important for general health. The human body can obtain vitamin D in two ways: diet or sun exposure.

Minutes of sunlight exposure needed for sufficient vitamin D intake (see source).

Skin Type Exposure Time (Bam current UV level: Very High)
I2-8m
II5-10m
III10-15m
IV15-20m
V20-30m
VI30-40m

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