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Air Quality Fair
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Wind Gusts 7 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

5/17

26
AQI

Fair

The air quality is generally acceptable for most individuals. However, sensitive groups may experience minor to moderate symptoms from long-term exposure.

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Our current air quality index (AQI) provides information on the quality of air that you are breathing and its impact on your health. There are at least six different pollutants that we track that impact the cleanliness of air and your health.

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Dust & Dander
Low
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is low.
Arthritis
Very High
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is very high. Avoid high-impact exercises and embrace low-impact ones like walking.
Sinus Pressure
High
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is high. Taking a hot shower may help ease sinus pressure.
Common Cold
High
The risk of catching a cold is high. Using a humidifier can help increase humidity, which may help fight symptoms.
Flu
Moderate
The risk of catching the flu is moderate.
Migraine
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
Asthma
Very High
The risk of asthma is very high. Use a humidifier to prevent dry air in your home.
Fishing
Fair
Fishing conditions are fair.
Running
Good
Conditions for running are good. Be sure to wear sunscreen and UV-protective activewear.
Golf
Fair
Conditions for golfing are fair. Be prepared for 'invisible hazards' like wind that can make the game more challenging.
Biking & Cycling
Good
Conditions for cycling are good. Stay hydrated to make the most of your ride.
Beach & Pool
Poor
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are poor. Stay out of the water if there is a chance of lightning. Only swim in water temperatures below 55 degrees if you have the proper gear.
Stargazing
Good
Conditions for stargazing are good. Be sure to move away from city lights or turn off nearby lights, including indoor and outdoor lights.
Hiking
Fair
Conditions for hiking are fair. Wear the right gear and watch for slippery surfaces.
Lawn Mowing
Fair
Conditions for lawn mowing are fair. Be sure only to cut off 1/3 of the total height of your grass when mowing.
Composting
Fair
Composting conditions are fair. All materials you add should be shredded or broken into smaller pieces.
Outdoor Entertaining
Fair
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be fair. Pay attention to MinuteCast watch for upcoming rain showers.
Air Travel
Ideal
Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.
Driving
Ideal
Conditions for driving are ideal.
Mosquitos
Low
The risk for mosquito activity are low.
Indoor Pests
Moderate
The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave food unattended and clear counters of crumbs.
Outdoor Pests
Low
The risk for pest activity is low.
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TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/17
48°Lo
RealFeel® 42°
Clear

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/18
57°/ 40°
RealFeel® 61°
Increasing cloudiness

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