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3:27 PM

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Air Quality Excellent
Wind WNW 20 mph
Wind Gusts 27 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

11/30

20
AQI

Excellent

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

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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
Very High
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is very high. When dusting, use a microfiber cloth to help hold dust instead of pushing it around.
Arthritis
Low
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is low.
Sinus Pressure
Very High
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is very high. Use a humidifier or vaporizer to ease symptoms.
Common Cold
Moderate
The risk of catching a cold is moderate.
Flu
Low
The risk of catching the flu is low.
Migraine
High
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is high. Keep a journal to track the weather and your migraines. It may help you identify the weather conditions that may trigger a migraine.
Asthma
Low
The risk of asthma symptoms is low.
Fishing
Poor
Fishing conditions are poor.
Running
Poor
Conditions for running are poor. Lightening and extremely cold temperatures are unsafe for outdoor runners.
Golf
Poor
Conditions for golfing are poor. Do not play if there is a chance of lightning.
Biking & Cycling
Poor
Conditions for cycling are poor. Avoid outdoor activity if there is a chance of lightning or in extremely cold temperatures.
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
Great
Conditions for stargazing are great. Invest in a red flashlight. It can help prevent additional light pollution.
Hiking
Poor
Conditions for hiking are poor.
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
Poor
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be poor. Consider moving your party indoors or under some form of cover.
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
High
The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects near your home.
Outdoor Pests
Very High
The risk for pest activity is high. Consider insect bait to protect your lawn & gardens.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

11/30
28°Hi
RealFeel® 14°
Strong winds subsiding

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

11/30
16°Lo
RealFeel® 8°
Clear

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/1
47°/ 35°
RealFeel® 36°
Becoming windier and milder

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