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11:51 PM

74°F
RealFeel® 83°
Air Quality Excellent
Wind SSE 1 mph
Wind Gusts 1 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

8/7

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
High
The risk of tree pollen symptoms is high. Keep your windows closed and change clothing after returning to the indoors.
Ragweed Pollen
High
The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is high. Ensure your windows and doors are closed.
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
Low
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is low.
Common Cold
Low
The risk of catching a cold is low.
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
High
The risk of asthma symptoms is high. Be sure to use HEPA filters in your home to cut down on indoor asthma triggers.
Fishing
Poor
Fishing conditions are poor.
Running
Poor
Conditions for running are poor. Lightening and extremely cold temperatures are unsafe for outdoor runners.
Golf
Fair
Conditions for golfing are fair. Be prepared for 'invisible hazards' like wind that can make the game more challenging.
Biking & Cycling
Fair
Conditions for cycling are fair. Know the surfaces you'll be riding on to ensure your ride is as safe as possible with your available gear.
Beach & Pool
Great
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are great. Remember to stay hydrated.
Stargazing
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
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
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
Good
Conditions for driving are good. Stay alert of any changes to the weather forecast.
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
High
The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects near your home.
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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TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

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68°Lo
RealFeel® 71°
Mostly cloudy

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/8
89°/ 71°
RealFeel® 96°
A t-storm around in the p.m.

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