# UVmeter - UV Index & Forecast — Sun Protection & Skin Care

> Real-time and hourly UV index forecast with protection advice. (iPhone/iPad app by MORETHAN APPS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uvmeter-uv-index-and-forecast/id662827178 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MORETHAN APPS](https://appshunter.io/developer/473001840)
- Category: Weather, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 82 App Store ratings · 193 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish, Korean, German (Germany), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China), French (France), Japanese
- Released: 2013-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uvmeter-uv-index-and-forecast/id662827178/reviews.md

## What is UVmeter?

Check UV before you head out.

UV Index provides real-time UV index data for your current location. 
Powered by ozone data from NASA/OMI satellites and research institutes KNMI and NIWA, it tells you exactly how much UV radiation is hitting your skin right now.

UVA and UVB rays are a leading cause of skin aging and dark spots — even on cloudy days and in the shade.

[Features]
• Intuitive meter-style UV index display
• Hourly UV forecast graph to track UV levels throughout the day
• Peak UV index and timing alerts
• Level-based recommendations (protection gear, SPF/PA, sunburn time)
• Apple Health integration — automatically saves UV data to your health records
• Retro pixel theme

[PRO]
Enjoy an ad-free experience and the retro theme with an in-app purchase. 
If you purchased UVmeter before August 28, 2024, tap "Restore Purchases" to reclaim PRO for free.

Support: support@morethan.net

## Key features

- Real-time UV index display
- Hourly UV forecast
- Protection recommendations
- Required equipment information
- Sunblock details (SPF, PA)
- Sunburn time estimation
- UV MAX time

## What do users think of UVmeter?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy-to-use interface
- ⚡ Quick real-time UV index readings
- 📍 Automatic location detection
- ⌚ Apple Watch integration
- 💡 Helpful sun protection recommendations
- 🎯 Clean, uncluttered design
- 📊 Accurate readings when working properly

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes on startup
- ❌ Data unavailable for many locations
- 📍 Cannot manually change or select locations
- 📺 Excessive ads and promotional links
- 🔌 Unreliable connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Inaccurate UV readings in some regions
- 📱 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🔋 Requires constant location services enabled

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes immediately upon opening
- Barometer feature crashes the app
- Cannot retrieve UV data from server
- Location services malfunction
- Watch app not available despite update claims
- UV readings stuck at 1 or 0
- Data not updating automatically
- Incorrect location identification
- App freezes and closes unexpectedly
- Location shows wrong city name

**Most requested features**

- iOS widgets support
- Multiple location tracking
- Hourly and daily UV forecasts
- Historical UV data throughout the day
- Push notifications for UV level changes
- Apple Watch complications
- Integration with other weather/health apps
- Manual location input capability
- Descriptions of UV index meanings
- Time-based UV predictions for trip planning

## Recent user reviews (10 of 193)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uvmeter-uv-index-and-forecast/id662827178/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best UV index app

*2026-07-05, version 2.1.1*

This is the one you need, if you want to open an app and check the current UV index where you are. Used it for years and keep coming back. Dead simple. Exactly what I want.

### 5/5 — Kindly add the Widgets on ios app please

*2025-09-24, version 2.0.7*

Kindly add the Widgets please 🙏

### 2/5 — 经常出不来数据

*2025-06-26*

经常出不来数据

### 1/5 — Werbung?

*2025-05-13*

Plötzlich mit Werbung? Nope!

### 1/5 — Schaltet AfD Werbung

*2025-04-27*

Werbung für eine faschistische Partei? Für mich völlig inakzeptabel.

### 2/5 — Not reliable

*2025-04-23, version 2.0.6*

Not very good, thick cloud, pouring with rain and says moderate UV 5.4!

### 2/5 — Don’t be fooled

*2024-09-05, version 2.0.1*

Ok, this app does provide the UV info. But it has more ads in it and more links to download other apps than it helps. I’ve got this app for free from AppAdvice Daily. I hope you don’t pay for this ad app. I gave 2 stars for it provides the UV info.

### 1/5 — Not functioning for FL

*2024-09-01, version 2.0*

Tried it out and nothing would showed up except for a banner to watch an add to switch to retro version - but still no data!

### 5/5 — Helps Us Safely Prepare for Yard Work

*2024-09-01, version 2.0*

During March to November, my loving wife and I are outdoors gardening on our three acres more than we are indoors. This app helps us decide what protection we need. We rely on it daily.

### 3/5 — Okay

*2024-08-31, version 2.0*

I initially gave it a one star because the only thing that was working were the 30 second ads, but now, 4 hours later it appears to be working, after you first watch a 30 second ad.  Not sure I’ll be using this very much just to get what I can get commercial free from just about any other weather app.

## Frequently asked questions about UVmeter

### What does UVmeter do?

UVmeter provides real-time UV index readings and hourly forecasts for your current location and almost anywhere globally. It helps you understand UV exposure levels and offers advice on how to protect your skin.

### What kind of protection information does the app offer?

The app offers recommendations for protection based on the UV index, including information on required protective equipment and details about sunblock (SPF, PA). It also estimates sunburn times and identifies the UV MAX time.

### Is UVmeter free to use?

Yes, UVmeter is free to use. The application is supported by advertisements, which allow it to be offered to users without charge.

### What is the UV index and why is it important?

The UV index measures the intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. High UV levels can cause sunburn, premature skin aging, and increase the risk of skin cancer. Monitoring the UV index helps you take appropriate precautions.

### Where does the UV data come from?

The UV index evaluation in UVmeter is based on publications from reputable meteorological institutions like The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) and The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) of New Zealand. It also utilizes near-real-time Ozone datasets from NASA's OMI, AURA Satellite.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-08-19

- Completely redesigned app UI and features
- Added hourly UV forecast graph
- Added maximum UV index
- Added Health app support
- Added PRO in-app purchase (Ad Removal / Retro Theme)
- Added coffee support button
- Bug fixes and other improvements
- Improved localization

 If you purchased UVmeter before August 28, 2024, tap "Restore Purchases" to reclaim your PRO access for free.

### 2.1.1 — 2025-11-19

- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2.1 — 2025-11-02

- Improved compatibility with iOS 26
- Other bug fixes

### 2.0.7 — 2025-07-21

- Improved app stability and performance.

### 2.0.6 — 2025-03-14

- Improved app stability and performance.

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