As of 10:22 AM EDT on October 19, 2025, all 10 cities in Burke County, NC in our database have a UV Index reading of Low. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Morganton, NC with a reading of 1.2.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Burke County, NC is expected to be 3.2 in Valdese between 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT today.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |