Current UV index in Baden-Württemberg: Protective measures now important!

Current UV index in Baden-Württemberg: Protective measures now important!

Stuttgart, Deutschland - On October 14, 2024, the UV index in Baden-Württemberg will be shown with an average value of 0.31. Such a value generally shows a low risk of skin and eye damage, provided no protective measures are taken. In the city of Stuttgart and the surrounding regions, the highest levels of up to 1.5 UVI are expected today, which is relatively unobtrusive for the current season.

The individual values in the Stuttgart region are as follows: Stuttgart I and II as well as Böblingen and Waiblingen reach all 0.99 UVI, while Göppingen is slightly higher with 1.5 UVI. For tomorrow, an average increase in the UV index is predicted to 0.45, with peak values of up to 2.21 UVI in almost all cities mentioned. This shows that a slightly increased sunlight is already to be expected tomorrow.

What is UV radiation?

UV radiation is the short-wave part of the light that the human eye cannot see. This radiation can penetrate the skin and is responsible for various biological processes, but also for possible damage. A certain proportion of UV radiation is necessary, for example for the production of vitamin D in the body. However, excessive exposure can represent health risks such as sunburn and long -term skin cancer.

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends taking protective measures from a UV index of 3. This means that it is important to wear suitable clothing and use sunscreen as soon as the UV index exceeds these values. For children, a light protection factor of at least 30 and a value of 20 is recommended for adults. Especially at lunchtime, if the solar radiation is the most, you should be in the shade.

In order to minimize the risks, it is important to regularly check the UV index, especially in the summer months when values often occur between 0 and 8. Values over 8 require special precautions because they indicate a high risk of sunburn. In such cases, it is recommended to avoid the sun and protect yourself with highly effective sunscreen to protect the skin.