As of 11:11 AM CDT on May 9, 2026, all 7 cities in Wapello County, IA in our database have a UV Index reading of Moderate. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Ottumwa, IA with a reading of 5.2.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Wapello County, IA is expected to be 7.2 in Kirkville 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 |