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RealFeel® Sun 84°
RealFeel Shade™ 71°
Air Quality Fair
Wind NE 4 mph
Wind Gusts 7 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

6/7

42
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
Moderate
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is moderate.
Ragweed Pollen
High
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is high. Ensure your windows and doors are closed.
Mold
Low
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.
Grass Pollen
Moderate
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is moderate. Be sure to keep your windows and doors closed.
Dust & Dander
Moderate
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is moderate. Closing your windows on windy days can help prevent outside dust or dander from getting into your home.
Arthritis
Moderate
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is moderate. Stay hydrated and stretch to help avoid arthritis symptoms.
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
Fair
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are fair. Temperatures tend to be highest in the mid-afternoon if the day is on the cooler side.
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
Great
Conditions for hiking are great. Wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing.
Lawn Mowing
Great
Conditions for lawn mowing are great. Ensure you are servicing your mower frequently to keep the blades sharp.
Composting
Fair
Composting conditions are fair. All materials you add should be shredded or broken into smaller pieces.
Outdoor Entertaining
Great
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be great. Pay attention to the mosquito or pest forecast and prepare deterrents.
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
Moderate
The risk for mosquito activity are moderate. Eliminate any standing water on your property where mosquitoes can breed.
Indoor Pests
High
The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects near your home.
Outdoor Pests
High
The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

6/7
74°Hi
RealFeel® Sun 84°
Hazy sunshine

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

6/7
46°Lo
RealFeel® 43°
Hazy and cool

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

6/8
75°/ 47°
RealFeel® Sun 80°
Plenty of sun

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