As of 1:41 PM CDT on April 23, 2026, all 5 cities in Howard County, MO in our database have a UV Index reading of High. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is New Franklin, MO with a reading of 6.9.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Howard County, MO is expected to be 7 in New Franklin 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 |