As of 4:21 PM EDT on August 8, 2026, all 2 cities in Mitchell County, NC in our database have a UV Index reading of Moderate. The city with the highest UV Index reading right now is Bakersville, NC with a reading of 4.1.
Over the next 24 hours, the highest UV Index reading in Mitchell County, NC is expected to be 9.8 in Spruce Pine 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 |