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In much of Australia the UV Index reaches 3 or above for most of the year, and all year round in the north. That's the level at which SunSmart recommends sun protection: shade, clothing, a broad-brimmed hat, sunscreen and sunglasses. These guides cover UV parasols, sun-sensitive medicines and staying cooler outdoors.

Start with our Australian guides:

Sun Protection Guides for Australia

UV-Blocker compact personal sun umbrella in use outdoors — The Best UV Umbrellas for Sun Safety

The Best UV Umbrellas for Sun Safety

Find the best UV umbrella for hot weather with UPF 50+ protection. Compare features, materials, and learn which umbrellas block 99% of harmful rays.

The Best UV Umbrellas for Sun Safety

Find the best UV umbrella for hot weather with UPF 50+ protection. Compare features, materials, and learn which umbrellas block 99% of harmful rays.

UV-Blocker compact personal sun umbrella in use outdoors — How to Anchor Beach Umbrella

How to Anchor Beach Umbrella: 5-Step Safety Gui...

How to anchor beach umbrella safely in 5 steps. 3,000+ ER visits yearly from flying umbrellas. Keep your shade secure in wind with our complete guide.

How to Anchor Beach Umbrella: 5-Step Safety Gui...

How to anchor beach umbrella safely in 5 steps. 3,000+ ER visits yearly from flying umbrellas. Keep your shade secure in wind with our complete guide.

UV blocker umbrella

What to Do When Your UV Blocker Shows Signs of ...

Learn when to repair vs replace your UV umbrella. Extend the life of your UV-Blocker with expert care tips.

What to Do When Your UV Blocker Shows Signs of ...

Learn when to repair vs replace your UV umbrella. Extend the life of your UV-Blocker with expert care tips.

umbrella with UV protection

Winter Sun Protection Guide for Bristol Outdoor...

When most people think about sun protection, their minds jump to summer days and hot afternoons. But harmful UV rays don’t take time off when it gets colder. In fact,...

Winter Sun Protection Guide for Bristol Outdoor...

When most people think about sun protection, their minds jump to summer days and hot afternoons. But harmful UV rays don’t take time off when it gets colder. In fact,...

UV-Blocker compact personal sun umbrella in use outdoors — Minimize Lupus Symptoms with Sun Safe Strategies

Minimize Lupus Symptoms with Sun Safe Strategies

Manage lupus flare-ups with proven sun-safe strategies. Learn how UV umbrellas help reduce UV exposure for photosensitive conditions.

Minimize Lupus Symptoms with Sun Safe Strategies

Manage lupus flare-ups with proven sun-safe strategies. Learn how UV umbrellas help reduce UV exposure for photosensitive conditions.

UV-Blocker compact personal sun umbrella in use outdoors — Black vs. Silver

Black vs. Silver: The Hidden Physics That Make ...

Learn why silver UV umbrellas stay 15°F cooler than black ones. Understand the physics of heat absorption vs reflection for smarter sun protection.

Black vs. Silver: The Hidden Physics That Make ...

Learn why silver UV umbrellas stay 15°F cooler than black ones. Understand the physics of heat absorption vs reflection for smarter sun protection.