UV BLOCKING
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UV Index Values
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Exposure Categories
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0 - 2
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Minimal - Wearing a hat is sufficient protection
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3 - 4
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Low - Wearing a hat and a sunscreen with SPF 15 is recommended.
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5 - 6
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Moderate - Wearing a hat, a sunscreen with SPF 15 and staying in the shade is recommended.
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7 - 9
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High - In addition to the precautions recommended above, it is advised to stay indoors between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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10+
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Very High - In addition to the precautions recommended above, it is advised to stay indoors if possible.
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UV Index
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Category
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Sunburn Time
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over 9
7-9
4-7
0-4
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extreme
high
medium
low
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less than 15 minutes
about 20 minutes
about 30 minutes
more than 1 hour
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When the UV index is over 9, UV-B is extremely strong,
and you will burn in less than 15 minutes.
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