UV Index – Tan Widget is a mobile sun safety and UV tracking application designed to help users monitor solar exposure based on real-time weather data and personal skin type classification. By integrating cloud cover, altitude, and multiple location inputs, the app offers personalized recommendations for healthy sun exposure, helping to reduce the risk of burns and long-term skin damage. Whether planning a hike or lounging at the beach, users can stay informed through customizable alerts and an intuitive home screen widget.
Personalized UV Monitoring and Safety Alerts
- Determine your skin type based on the Fitzpatrick scale for personalized exposure limits
- Receive real-time UV index readings tailored to current cloud conditions and altitude
- Set alerts for multiple locations to track UV risk and sunscreen reapplication reminders
- Use weather-adjusted forecasts to optimize sun protection throughout the day
Location Comparison and Environmental Adjustments
- Compare UV index across up to 6 saved destinations for travel, recreation, or safety planning
- Accurate altitude-based calculations suited for mountain activities like skiing or hiking
- Updated UV forecasts account for dynamic weather shifts and solar intensity changes
- Ideal for outdoor routines that require strategic planning under fluctuating conditions
Home Screen Widget and Notifications
- Add a widget to your home screen for instant access to UV index data
- Receive daily morning alerts summarizing UV risk and exposure guidance
- At-a-glance interface enables quick decisions on sunwear, shade, or SPF protection
- Proactively manage sun exposure to safely maximize vitamin D absorption and tanning goals
Skin Health and Protection Guidance
- Protect against sunburn and long-term damage by adjusting routines based on forecasted exposure levels
- Reinforce healthy tanning habits and skin preservation with timely intervention prompts
- Promote responsible outdoor activity through ongoing awareness of solar conditions
- Encourage community health by sharing UV insights and app recommendations with others
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the app determine my UV exposure limit?
It uses the Fitzpatrick scale based on your selected skin type and integrates weather data.
Q: Can I monitor UV index for multiple locations?
Yes, up to six locations can be tracked and compared.
Q: Does it account for altitude in UV calculations?
Yes, altitude is included for more accurate readings in mountain regions.
Q: Are forecasts adjusted for cloud cover?
Yes, weather conditions including cloudiness are factored into UV predictions.
Q: Is there a home screen widget available?
Yes, a widget provides real-time UV updates directly on your phone’s home screen.
Q: Can the app send alerts to reapply sunscreen?
Yes, alerts can be customized to prompt protective actions.
Q: Does the app provide daily UV forecasts?
Yes, morning notifications deliver summary forecasts for the day.
Q: Is this app useful for tanning safely?
Yes, it helps optimize tanning by tracking UV exposure and advising safe durations.
Version History
v1.7.6 —— 15 Feb 2025
UV Alert System Added—create alerts to notify when UV exposure warrants shade or sunscreen application
Widget Enhancements—home screen widgets redesigned for improved visibility and usability
Bug Fixes—general system corrections for a more pleasant experience
v1.7.5 —— 2 Feb 2025
Multi-Location UV Comparison—view and compare UV indices across up to six saved locations
Widget Integration for Each Location—assign individual locations to widgets to monitor UV trends directly from home screen
Bug Fixes—technical adjustments to improve overall stability
