Lupus and the weather
Sun sensitivity is common with lupus, and heat or cold can add to it. Feelcaster watches UV, heat and cold hour by hour.
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Strongest first. You choose which triggers apply to you in the app.
Strong sun
High UV that can set off sun-sensitive conditions. Starts to count at: A UV index from 3, strongest at 8 and above.
Heat
Hot afternoons, high feels-like temperatures and warm nights. Starts to count at: A feels-like temperature from 80°F, strongest near 103°F.
Cold
Cold air, wind chill and fast drops in temperature. Starts to count at: A feels-like temperature below 50°F, or a drop of 8°F or more within 4 hours.
Pressure swings
Air pressure rising or falling fast, usually around a passing front or storm. Starts to count at: A swing of about 6 hPa within 3 hours, or a clear shift from the day before.
One thing to do on those days
Check the UV peak, cover up and plan time outdoors for early morning or evening.
Lupus: questions people ask
When does UV peak?
Usually around midday. Feelcaster shows UV hour by hour, so you can plan around the peak.
Is this medical advice?
No. Feelcaster shares weather information. Follow the sun protection plan from your care team.
Other conditions
Know before the weather does.
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