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Sun protection on overcast days because water reflects UV
Wear sun protection on the water even when it is overcast, because water reflects UV radiation.
- Time
- ⏱ 2 min
- Difficulty
- ◆ easy
What you need
- Sunscreen or UV clothing
How to do it
- Apply sun protection even when it is overcast.
- Do not forget your face and the underside of your chin.
- Reapply sunscreen after drying off.
Why it works
Water reflects about 20 percent of the radiation, so UV from the water adds to what reaches your body.
Sources
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- yacht.de (opens in a new tab)
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