UV Guard: Sun & Burn Forecast
· v1.0.9
About
Know when to put on sunscreen — before you regret it.
UV Guard shows your real-time UV index, a personalized burn countdown for your skin type, and the exact hours to avoid direct sun — all from your Garmin watch. No phone needed.
Most UV apps live on your phone. This one lives on your wrist, where it matters — mid-run, on the slopes, or out on the water.
What you get:
— Current UV index with color-coded risk level (Low → Extreme)
— Burn time personalised to your skin type (Fitzpatrick scale I–VI) — because fair skin and dark skin don't burn the same way
— SPF recommendation for current conditions
— 24-hour UV forecast chart so you can plan your day
— Daily avoid window — exactly when UV peaks and you should seek shade
— Glance view for an instant UV check without opening the app
Works on 81+ Garmin devices including Fenix 6/7/8, Epix, Forerunner 255/265/955/965/970, Instinct 3, MARQ 2, and Venu 2/3 series.
Try free for 72 hours. One-time purchase — no subscription, ever.
DISCLAIMER: UV Guard: Sun & Burn Forecast is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The app is not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Users should consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding safe sun exposure practices and skin health. UV forecasts and burn estimates are approximate and may vary based on individual conditions and environmental factors.
What's new
May 26, 2026
- Language support — first-launch setup now lets you pick from 13 languages (English,
Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, Português, Russian, Ukrainian, Polski, Nederlands,
Türkçe, Čeština, Svenska). The whole app — band labels, advice screen, tips, status
messages — renders in your chosen language.
- Setup wizard — on first launch, a step-by-step wizard walks you through language, skin
type, and your GPS coordinates. No need to open Garmin Connect settings to get started.
May 27, 2026
- GPS for detecting coordinates