As of 9:44 AM EDT on August 22, 2026, all 15 cities in Dare County, NC in our database have a UV Index reading of Low. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Wanchese, NC with a reading of 1.7.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Dare County, NC is expected to be 8 in Buxton between 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT today.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |