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Plan a Safer Beach Day With UV Forecasts

Pick a beach location and date and TanMeter builds an hourly UV timeline with recommended sun windows, shade breaks, and SPF reapplication points.

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How it works

  1. Search for your beach or coastal location in TanMeter.
  2. Select the date and arrival time for your beach day.
  3. Review the hourly UV chart with color-coded safe and peak zones.
  4. Schedule shade breaks and SPF reapplication alerts on the timeline.
  5. Export the plan as a calendar event with TanMeter reminders attached.

FAQ

Does sand increase UV exposure at the beach?

Yes. Sand reflects up to 25% of UV rays. TanMeter adds a reflection multiplier to burn risk calculations for beach settings.

Can I plan around cloud cover at the beach?

TanMeter integrates cloud cover forecasts and warns that up to 80% of UV penetrates light cloud—so SPF is still essential.

Does the beach planner include tide times?

TanMeter shows tide charts alongside UV data so you can plan swimming during lower UV hours when possible.