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Air Quality Excellent

Wind SW 2 mph

Wind Gusts 5 mph

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Current Air Quality

Today

8/17

AQI

Excellent

The air quality is ideal for most individuals; enjoy your normal outdoor activities.

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Current Air Quality

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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Tree Pollen

Low

The risk of tree pollen symptoms is low.

Ragweed Pollen

Low

The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.

Mold

High

The risk of mold allergy symptoms is high. Remove your shoes as soon as you return inside.

Grass Pollen

Low

The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.

Dust & Dander

Extremely High

The risk of dust and dander symptoms is extremely high. If you suffer from dust and dander allergies, taking allergy medication can help relieve symptoms.

Arthritis

Low

The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is low.

Sinus Pressure

Moderate

The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is moderate. Make sure you stay hydrated.

Common Cold

Low

The risk of catching a cold is low.

Flu

Low

The risk of catching the flu is low.

Migraine

Moderate

The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is moderate.

Asthma

Moderate

The risk of asthma symptoms is moderate.

Fishing

Good

Fishing conditions are good. Fishing in the early morning or dusk hours can help you get a catch.

Running

Good

Conditions for running are good. Be sure to wear sunscreen and UV-protective activewear.

Golf

Great

Conditions for golfing are great. Stay hydrated when spending time in the sun.

Biking & Cycling

Good

Conditions for cycling are good. Stay hydrated to make the most of your ride.

Beach & Pool

Ideal

Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are ideal. Wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing when spending time outdoors.

Stargazing

Fair

Conditions for stargazing are fair. On cloudy nights, you may still be able to see the moon and some brighter stars, depending on the season.

Hiking

Good

Conditions for hiking are good. Stay hydrated and bring enough water to last the entire hike.

Lawn Mowing

Good

Conditions for lawn mowing are good. Alternating mowing patterns can help all areas of your lawn grow.

Composting

Good

Composting conditions are good. Make sure you frequently add water to your compost to keep it moist.

Outdoor Entertaining

Ideal

Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be ideal. Be sure to wear sunscreen when spending time outdoors.

Air Travel

Ideal

Conditions for flying are ideal. Have a safe trip.

Driving

Great

Conditions for driving are great. Remain prepared for changing weather by tracking ongoing forecasts.

Mosquitos

Extremely High

The risk for mosquito activity are extremely high. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants when spending time outdoors to prevent bites.

Indoor Pests

Moderate

The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave food unattended and clear counters of crumbs.

Outdoor Pests

Extremely High

The risk for pest activity is extremely high. Eliminate standing water in rain gutters, buckets, and in tires where pests can breed.

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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/17

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RealFeel® 108°

A heavy t-storm in the p.m.

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/17

75°Lo

RealFeel® 77°

A shower and thunderstorm

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/18

87°/ 73°

RealFeel® 97°

Showers and a heavier t-storm

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