# UV index forecast - protect your skin from sunburn

> UV index forecasts and sun protection advice for global locations. (iPhone/iPad app by Letovaltsev Maxim.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uv-index-forecast-protect-your-skin-from-sunburn/id1261357236 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Letovaltsev Maxim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1092949786)
- Category: Weather, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-08-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uv-index-forecast-protect-your-skin-from-sunburn/id1261357236/reviews.md

## What is UV index forecast?

The UV index forecast is a tool you can use to protect yourself from ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It lets you know when you do and when you don't need sun protection. App showing you the current UV index for your, or any other location in the world. 
Ultraviolet radiation from the Sun has many healthy properties, but overexposure can affects your health. An excessive amount can have sever effects, such as sunburn, eye damage, skin cancer,  skin aging and immune suppression. So it's important to know the current ultraviolet radiation so you can protect yourself.

Main features:
- current local UV Index 
- animated gauge that displays the hour-by-hour UV index 
- display advices on how to protect based on the current UV Index( recommended protection, required equipment, sunblock information)
- exposure time recommendations and protection instructions.
- search function to find out the UV level worldwide
- find out how long you can spend in the sun without sunscreen by taking a personalized skin type assessment.

Protect your skin and health from dangerous ultraviolet (UV) radiation with our free and simple to use app!

## Key features

- Current local UV Index display
- Hour-by-hour UV index animation
- Personalized sun protection advice
- Exposure time recommendations
- Worldwide UV level search
- Skin type assessment for sun exposure

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UV index hour-by-hour forecast | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uv-index-forecast-protect-your-skin-from-sunburn/id1261357236/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Scam

*2025-07-30*

Attention escroquerie! L’application ne fonctionne pas du tout. J’ai des preuves à l’appuie et n’ai pas été contacté pour réparation!

### 1/5 — Useless

*2023-04-30*

So paid for this app after being diagnosed with skin cancer been keeping check every day does nothing thought as only april may uv not bad went to sons foitbalk game today watching app all day didnt change now into eve an im burnt thanks a lot if cld have given no stars i wld

### 1/5 — Download and delete.

*2020-10-26*

Maybe it is broken but it is really off. 
Downloaded it... deleted it. It’s a shame...it was a good idea.

### 1/5 — useless

*2019-09-19*

you can’t do ANYTHING with this app unless you pay.why offer it for free with zero free functionality???worst app i’ve ever tried to use.deleted

### 3/5 — 为什么删不掉地点和城市？

*2019-02-22*

为什么删不掉地点和城市？can’t delete the added cities.

### 1/5 — UV is wrong, and forecasts cost 99 cents.

*2018-11-06*

Shows UV is low, when built-in weather app shows 11. Forecasts cost 98 cents.

### 1/5 — Really not worth it for free.

*2018-04-22*

And don't bother giving them your money as you get NOTHING extra for it. Appalling app.

### 2/5 — Cost

*2018-04-19*

This app charged 99p for the weather forecast but charged me £2.97

### 4/5 — Good for vacation planning

*2018-04-08*

I live in Arizona, one of the skin cancer capitals of the world.  We are planning a vacation in Australia, one of the other capitals!  It’s been interesting checking the UVI in Darwin at 9:00 pm local time/1:00 tomorrow in Darwin.  It has helped this fair-skinned lass plan her wardrobe!

### 1/5 — Doesn't worth it

*2017-11-12*

Upgaraded to pro and it doesn't work. It's 11-26am in Perth and the app shows 0.0 Low. Uninstalled.

## Frequently asked questions about UV index forecast

### What is the UV index forecast app?

The UV index forecast app provides real-time UV index information and personalized advice to help users protect their skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

### Does the UV index forecast app have ads?

No, the UV index forecast app does not contain advertisements.

### What devices does the UV index forecast app support?

The UV index forecast app is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for the UV index forecast app?

The UV index forecast app has an age rating of 4+.

### How often is the UV index forecast app updated?

The UV index forecast app was last updated on August 1, 2017, with version 1.0.

### What is the user rating for the UV index forecast app?

The UV index forecast app has a rating of 2.9 stars based on 8 user ratings.

### Can I check UV levels in other countries with the UV index forecast app?

Yes, the UV index forecast app features a search function that allows you to find out the UV level worldwide.

### Does the UV index forecast app offer personalized sun protection advice?

Yes, the app displays advice on how to protect yourself based on the current UV index, including recommended protection and sunblock information.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2017-08-01

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

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