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Air Quality Fair
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Wind Gusts 7 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

1/31

24
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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Tree Pollen
Low
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is low.
Ragweed Pollen
Low
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.
Mold
Low
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.
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
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
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
Great
Conditions for running are great. Be sure to warm up and cool down adequately.
Golf
Great
Conditions for golfing are great. Stay hydrated when spending time in the sun.
Biking & Cycling
Great
Conditions for cycling are great. Be sure you have the correct gear to keep your core temperature warm during winter months and cool during hot weather.
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
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
Hiking
Great
Conditions for hiking are great. Wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing.
Lawn Mowing
Poor
Conditions for lawn mowing are poor. Avoid mowing your lawn when it is wet, or temperatures are too cold.
Composting
Poor
Composting conditions are poor. Keep your compost area covered.
Outdoor Entertaining
Good
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be good. Make sure you have shade available, so guests do not overheat.
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
Low
The risk for mosquito activity are low.
Indoor Pests
Very High
The risk for pest activity is high. Consider an EPA-registered repellent to deter bites.
Outdoor Pests
Low
The risk for pest activity is low.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

1/31
55°Hi
RealFeel® 62°
Mostly sunny and not as cool

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

1/31
34°Lo
RealFeel® 31°
Mostly cloudy

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

2/1
54°/ 36°
RealFeel® 58°
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