As of 1:20 PM EDT on August 22, 2025, all 5 cities in McDowell County, NC in our database have a UV Index reading of Moderate. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Marion, NC with a reading of 5.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in McDowell County, NC is expected to be 7.8 in Marion between 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT tomorrow.
| Range | 0 - 2 | 3 - 5 | 6 - 7 | 8 - 10 | 11+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | |||||
| Risk | Low | Moderate | High | Very High | Extreme |