As of 3:41 PM EDT on May 15, 2025, all 5 cities in McDowell County, NC in our database have a UV Index reading of High. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Old Fort, NC with a reading of 7.4.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in McDowell County, NC is expected to be 7.4 in Old Fort 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 |