Can you get surnburnt through a car window?

Question

Thanks to all who answered. The answers are all so good that I can't decide so I am putting it to a vote.

Answer 1

Yes, but a very mild case. Nothing too major, but it will mostly be on the side of your arm that is next to the side window.

Answer 2

Myself I dont think that you can get sun burnt but you can get a tan on your arms because the UV rays come through the glass. True if you don't have the A/C turned on in your car while the windows are up it will be hotter in your car but as for getting burnt. Again I don't think you can.

Answer 3

Yes, you can. Actually it may be worse if you are behind glass because glass can focus the sun so that it hits you more strongly that it would if you were just outside.

Answer 4

yes why do u think some people have one arm tanned and one not it is from driving even if the window is up the sun still comes throught it

Answer 5

no..you will not get sun-burnt..but if the sun is too strong on the particular day..and your skin is exposed for too long..you will only get darker but not sun-burnt

Answer 6

yes,you can't hide from the sun

Answer 7

Shoot yeah! I live in Phoenix,and know for a fact that you can!

Answer 8

unless your car comes with uv protected glass or aftermarket tint that is uv protected the most obvious answer would be yes you can get sunburned

Answer 9

YES, especially if you have pale skin that gets freckles instead of a tan.

Happens to me if I drive long distances, especially the left arm.

Answer 10

Absolutely! UV rays soak right through untinted glass and you will severely burn depending on how long your skin is exposed. It also depends on your skin and how easily you burn.