Solar Irradiance (W/m2)
Irradiance is the total electromagnetic radiant flux or power (energy per unit time) incident on a surface. It includes infrared and ultraviolet light.
UV Index | Description |
8 | Very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure, take extra precautions |
6-7 | High risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure |
3-5 | Moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure |
0-2 | Low risk of harm from unprotected exposure to the sun's UV rays for the average person |
Solar Illuminance (lux or lumen/m2)
Luminous flux (lumen) is a measure of the human eye's response to visible light: the perceived power. Illuminance (lux) is the luminous flux incident on a surface: for sunlight, 1 lux ≈ 0.008 W/m²