As of 3:40 PM CDT on April 9, 2026, all 5 cities in Elk County, KS in our database have a UV Index reading of High. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Howard, KS with a reading of 5.8.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Elk County, KS is expected to be 5.8 in Howard between 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT today.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |