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Current Weather

3:54 PM

41°F
RealFeel® 32°
RealFeel Shade™ 32°
Air Quality Fair
Wind WNW 9 mph
Wind Gusts 18 mph
Light rain More Details

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Rain for at least 60 min

3:54 PM
4:54 PM

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Friday Evening

Little to no accumulation
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Current Air Quality

Today

12/7

27
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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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
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
Extreme
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is extremely high. Arthritis medication can help ease symptoms. Stay active with low-impact activities and stretching.
Sinus Pressure
Moderate
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is moderate. Make sure you stay hydrated.
Common Cold
High
The risk of catching a cold is high. Using a humidifier can help increase humidity, which may help fight symptoms.
Flu
Moderate
The risk of catching the flu is moderate.
Migraine
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
Asthma
Low
The risk of asthma symptoms is low.
Fishing
Poor
Fishing conditions are poor.
Running
Fair
Conditions for running are fair. Stay hydrated to make your run easier.
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
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
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
Good
Conditions for driving are good. Stay alert of any changes to the weather forecast.
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
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

12/7
51°Hi
RealFeel® 40°
Windy; a p.m. shower or two

Looking Ahead

Expect showers this afternoon

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/7
27°Lo
RealFeel® 11°
Partly cloudy; breezy, colder

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/8
30°/ 17°
RealFeel® 11°
Cloudy, windy and much colder

Snowfall Probability

Snow expected Saturday - see amounts

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