As of 4:15 PM EDT on September 2, 2026, out of 12 cities in Buncombe County, NC in our database, 9 cities (75%) have a UV Index reading of Moderate, while 3 cities (25%) have a UV Index reading of Low. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Asheville, NC with a reading of 4.3.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Buncombe County, NC is expected to be 9.4 in Montreat between 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT tomorrow.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |