As of 6:09 AM CDT on May 16, 2025, all 19 cities in Polk County, IA in our database have a UV Index reading of 0, indicating no radiation from the sun.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Polk County, IA is expected to be 7.2 in Des Moines between 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT today.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |