The table below gives an indication of the importance of the different UV indices:
| UV-Index | Evaluation | Protection |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 2 | low | No protection required |
| 3 – 5 | moderate | Protection required: hat, T-shirt, sunglasses, sunscreen |
| 6 – 7 | high | Protection required: hat, T-shirt, sunglasses, sunscreen |
| 8 – 10 | very high | additional protection required: avoid staying outside if possible |
| ≥ 11 | extreme | additional protection required: avoid staying outside if possible |