UV Index of 6 to 7 This is a high level of UV radiation, meaning the average person is likely to burn in about 15 to 25 minutes without sun protection. At this level, the EPA recommends ...

UV Index Exposure Guidelines 1-2 Low Wear sunglasses and sunscreen 3-5 Moderate Take precautions, wear sunscreen, and use sunglasses 6-7 High Reduce time in the sun, cover up, seek shade ...

Index values start at zero and then can rise ... Countries close to the equator can experience very high UV levels in the middle of the day throughout the year. According to the World Health ...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) uses a scale to measure the UV index and its impacts, helping people avoid harmful sun exposure. A moderate to high UV index signals the need for sun ...

YANGON: In the second week of March, the ultraviolet (UV) index was at the orange level, indicating a high UV index, as announced by the Ministry of Information. The ministry reported that during ...

Another concern has emerged — UV or ultraviolet radiation ... sun protection is recommended when the UVI is 3 and above. “The high readings are primarily due to a lack of cloud cover ...