UVLens - UV Index

UVLens - UV Index

Protect yourself from sunburn

240 ratings
142 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 21, 2016
  • February 16, 2026

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This app helps you understand and manage your exposure to harmful UV radiation. It provides UV index forecasts, personalized burn risk assessments, and sunscreen reminders to help you safely enjoy the sun and protect your skin.

UV index forecast
Personalized burn risk assessment
Sunscreen reminder
Home screen widget
Safe outdoor planning
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What's New in UVLens

3.6.2

February 16, 2026

You asked, we listened! The avatar is back on the My Skin page, and sunscreen reminders now support more profiles and settings. Thank you for your continued feedback and support!

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User reviews

Great app for sun exposure

Love this app! I have been using it for a few years now and never get burnt when following its recommendations (and I burn very easily). Just hoping for and Apple Watch version soon!

The best app for your skin health

This is a little jewel in a sea of weather apps.
I used to get confused (or not get it at all) with the UV index in weather apps. What do those numbers actually mean for my skin type. Is a 7 good, bad, too high? Fortunately I discovered this app and after all these years it is still my to go app every time I go out into the sun.
The app is very intuitive and well organized but above all very simple and straight to the point.
It lets you know when you will be more exposed to UV light during the day and when it is safe to go out considering your skin type. You can add the kind of sunscreen you use (SPF 30,50, water resistant etc) so it can remind you when it's time to reapply it given the UV conditions.
If your skin is very sensitive to sunlight, tends to burn easily or you just want to take care of your skin this is the app for you.
Did I mention you can create your own little avatar to personalize your experience in the app? UV lens is a must have. It's more than just a weather app it's an app for your health and that of your skin.
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Welcome Back!

Yay! UVLens is back. I love the simple, insightful UI. My only request is that you add a half sized widget as well.

Really nice update

Great to see the app updated! Beautiful new UI and thanks for bringing the widget back.

Bring it back the widget

😢 So sad the widget option is gone. I used to have it on my Home Screen. All I had to do was to have a quick glance at it before going out. Please bring the widget back. This app is simple but incredibly useful, straight to the point if you just want to know if you are safe outdoors. It also has a nice display with the information of the whole day by hours so you can be prepared at all times.
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Response from developer

Hi there, we have brought the widget back! Thanks your for your continued support.

User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Widget not working/available

Bug

App not loading/crashing for some users

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Add ability to track UV exposure for multiple users

Feature

Integrate with Apple Health for comprehensive health data

Feature

Provide option to customize notification sounds

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FAQ

What does UVLens do?

UVLens helps you protect yourself from the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It provides UV index forecasts, calculates your personal burn risk, and reminds you to reapply sunscreen, all to help you safely enjoy the outdoors.

How does the burn risk assessment work?

The app allows you to take a personalized skin type assessment. Based on your skin type, it calculates how long you can safely spend in the sun without sunscreen, helping you gauge your individual risk of sunburn.

Is UVLens free to use?

Yes, UVLens is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it entirely free for users to access its sun safety features.

What are the key features of UVLens?

Key features include viewing the UV index forecast for the day, determining your personal burn risk, receiving sunscreen reapplication reminders, and utilizing a home screen widget to see current UV levels and burn risk at a glance.

Who would benefit from using UVLens?

Anyone who spends time outdoors and wants to protect their skin from sun damage would benefit. This includes people who are prone to sunburn, concerned about skin cancer, or simply want to plan their outdoor activities more safely.