With summer just around the corner, it's time to talk UV. The words "UV protection" is on sunscreen, hats, baby-friendly gear, beach tents and sunglasses. But what really protects us against UV rays — ...

The UV index measures the intensity of skin-damaging ultraviolet radiation at the Earth's surface. The UV index ranges from 0 to 11-plus, with higher values indicating greater risk of sunburn and skin ...

The UV index was first developed by Environment Canada researchers (go figure – a northern latitude weather service!) in the early 1990s, and it has been adapted internationally. Virtually all of you ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It is hot in KELOLAND Monday, with 29 South Dakota counties under an excessive heat warning and other areas under a heat advisory. The hottest areas of the state can expect ...

For people who live in a place as sunny as metro Phoenix, the Ultraviolet Index is a crucial tool to help protect against dangerous levels of sun exposure. The UV Index measures the radiation that ...

Q: Recently I bought a refrigerated wine cellar. I put it in my living room, however, it is exposed to the ambient light. The owner manual says that the glass door has UV protection. As general rule I ...

How sunny is too sunny? Sometimes it's tough to know, but as temperatures reach new highs in Michigan, understanding the UV index can help you avoid sunburns and heat-related illnesses. The sun's ...