As of 1:52 PM CDT on March 12, 2026, all 19 cities in Polk County, IA in our database have a UV Index reading of Low. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Runnells, IA with a reading of 2.2.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Polk County, IA is expected to be 3.4 in Des Moines between 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT tomorrow.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |