☀️ Sunbathing Time Calculator

How this estimate works

Different skin types have very different baseline tolerances to UV exposure before burning. This calculator starts from commonly cited baseline burn-times at UV index 1 for each Fitzpatrick skin type, then scales that baseline inversely with the current UV index, since sun exposure intensity rises roughly linearly with UV index.

Note: This is a general educational estimate for planning purposes, not medical advice. Actual burn time varies with sunscreen use, altitude, cloud cover, time of day, reflective surfaces, and individual factors, so use sun protection regardless of this estimate.