Beyond UV: Sunscreen Reminders
UV Index, reapply & widget
About
Understand your daily sun exposure with real-time UV Index and UVA Context. Plan outdoor activities to minimize exposure and receive timely sun protection reminders. Build better habits for staying safe in the sun.
What's New in Beyond UV
1.2
October 23, 2026
Beyond UV 1.2 is our biggest update yet. • Apple Watch app: UV now on your wrist, and start an outing, tap Reapplied or I'm inside from the watch. Fits every watch size without scrolling. • UV alerts at the level you choose, for each place. Get a heads-up when the UV Index or UVA Context reaches it. • A simpler Protect: one tap to start, Reapplied and I'm inside right on the card, and a cleaner Lock Screen countdown. • Tap any hour on Today to see that hour's UV, with the page color to match. • Your sun risk profile: your exposure level, protection score, and the one change that helps most. Not sure of your skin type? Take the 3-question quiz. • Learn: share any answer as a card, filter topics, and see what each sunscreen filter blocks. • A new introduction that explains what the UV Index leaves out. • Faster start, fresher widgets with Background App Refresh, clearer notifications, and accessibility and battery improvements throughout.
MoreFAQ
What is Beyond UV?
Beyond UV is a weather application designed to help users understand their sun exposure. It provides real-time UV Index and UVA Context, hourly trends, and planning tools to find lower-UV times for outdoor activities.
Does Beyond UV have ads?
No, Beyond UV is ad-free. This allows for an uninterrupted experience focused on providing you with essential sun exposure information and planning tools.
How does Beyond UV help with sun protection?
Beyond UV offers timely reminders for sunscreen reapplication and provides activity-aware guidance tailored to different outdoor scenarios like workouts or beach activities. It aims to help users build better sun-protection habits.
Can I plan my outdoor activities with Beyond UV?
Yes, Beyond UV allows you to plan time outside by comparing the forecast across the day. It shows recommended lower-UV windows and the estimated percentage reduction in UV exposure compared to peak times.
What devices does Beyond UV support?
Beyond UV is currently supported on iPhone devices. Future platform expansions may be considered based on user demand and development resources.
What is the age rating for Beyond UV?
Beyond UV has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including children, for educational and safety purposes related to sun exposure.
How often is Beyond UV updated?
Beyond UV was last updated on September 30, 2026, with version 1.0. Future updates will be released to improve features and address any emerging user needs or technical requirements.
What makes Beyond UV different from the standard UV Index?
Beyond UV goes beyond the standard UV Index by adding UVA Context, providing additional perspective on UVA conditions throughout the day. It also offers planning comparisons to estimate sunburn-weighted UV exposure for different times.