Des Moines UV index in August
Typical ultraviolet levels for Des Moines during August, from the past year of data.
High
Des Moines
High UV. Avoid the sun during peak hours and wear protective clothing, sunscreen, and a hat.
7.9
UV Index
August average UTC
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Moderate
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Very High
Extreme
August UV
7.9234
Risk level
High
Yearly peak
8.6559
Peak month
July
Des Moines UV index — monthly trend
Average UV index by month over the past year, with August highlighted.
Visiting Des Moines in August?
In August, Des Moines's typical UV index is about 7.9234 — a high risk level. High UV. Avoid the sun during peak hours and wear protective clothing, sunscreen, and a hat.
Across the year, Des Moines sees the strongest UV in Summer, peaking around 8.6559 in July. Plan sun protection accordingly.
