SunSmart App

About us

The App has been developed by Cancer Council (CC) in Australia and its project partners: Cancer Council is a not-for-profit organisation who undertakes innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. Cancer Council is a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for UV Radiation. Deakin University’s Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute (A2I2) is one of Australia’s leading AI research institutes, and has provided development oversight and support...

About UV

What is UV? Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a type of energy produced by the sun and some artificial sources, such as solariums. UV radiation is not like the sun's light or heat, which we can see and feel. Your senses cannot detect UV radiation, so you will not notice the damage until it’s been done. The sun's UV is the main cause of skin cancer. Too much UV exposure also causes sunburn, tanning, premature ageing and eye damage. UV can reach you directly from the sun, and even with cloud...

Data sources

UV forecast Globally. Weather forecast Globally. Live UV data Australia.

FAQs

What is the SunSmart Global UV app? The SunSmart Global UV app has been developed by world leading health, radiation and weather organisations. It provides local UV alerts enabling users to make informed decisions about when to use sun protection wherever they are in the world. How does the app work? The app uses forecast UV data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) via its Copernicus data feed. Users are able to access the daily UV forecast information for...

Partners

International organizations The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations with 194 Member States. WHO is responsible for international public health. It coordinates the world’s response to health emergencies, promotes well-being, prevents disease, and expands access to health care. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is an intergovernmental organization with a membership of 193 Member States and Territories. The World...

Sun protection and the UV index

UV Index 1 - 2 Low   Sun Protection Not Required Unless outside for extended periods, or near reflective surfaces such as snow or water. UV Index 3 - 5 Moderate   6 - 7 High   8 - 10 Very High   11+ Extreme   Sun Protection Required Wear sun-protective clothing, a broad-brimmed hat and sunglasses. Apply SPF15+ sunscreen to any unprotected skin. Seek shade.