As of 10:56 AM EST on December 20, 2025, all 6 cities in Avery County, NC in our database have a UV Index reading of Low. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Newland, NC with a reading of 1.3.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Avery County, NC is expected to be 2.7 in Banner Elk between 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST today.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |