UV index in Fort Wayne, IN today
The UV index in Fort Wayne, IN today is 3 (moderate). Sun protection is recommended from about 1pm until about 1pm.
The EPA’s latest forecast for this ZIP code is dated Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
Hourly UV estimate
Estimated from the EPA daily peak and the sun’s position. Bars show the UV index at the top of each hour.
Sun times
What to do at UV 3
Seek shade around midday, wear a hat and sunglasses, and use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen on exposed skin.
Questions
What is the UV index in Fort Wayne, IN today?
Fort Wayne, IN has a UV index of 3 (moderate) today, based on the EPA forecast for Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
When is the UV index highest in Fort Wayne, IN?
Around solar noon, which is about 1:23 PM local time today. The sun is highest then, so UV rays are strongest.
Do I need sunscreen today in Fort Wayne, IN?
Seek shade around midday, wear a hat and sunglasses, and use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen on exposed skin. Sun protection is recommended from about 1pm until about 1pm.
How is this UV index calculated?
The daily peak comes from the EPA UV Index forecast for ZIP code 46801. The hourly bars are an estimate that scales that peak by the sun’s height in the sky, so treat them as a guide rather than a measurement.
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Source: U.S. EPA SunWise and the UV Index. Sunrise, sunset and hourly values are estimates by UV Warden. Last checked 2026-10-27. See the UV index scale.