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59°F
RealFeel® 67°
RealFeel Shade™ 61°
Air Quality Excellent
Wind SSW 1 mph
Wind Gusts 4 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

5/19

20
AQI

Excellent

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

Based on Current Pollutants

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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
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
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
Very High
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is very high. Avoid high-impact exercises and embrace low-impact ones like walking.
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
Very High
The risk of asthma is very high. Use a humidifier to prevent dry air in your home.
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
Great
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are great. Remember to stay hydrated.
Stargazing
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
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
Great
Composting conditions are great. Ensure any food scraps are covered with dry leaves or wood chips to help avoid attracting pests.
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
High
The risk for mosquito activity are high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects.
Indoor Pests
Moderate
The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave food unattended and clear counters of crumbs.
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

5/19
81°Hi
RealFeel® 85°
Mostly sunny and warmer

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/19
64°Lo
RealFeel® 62°
Breezy; a strong t-storm late

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/20
68°/ 55°
RealFeel® 68°
Cooler with a thunderstorm

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Thunderstorms, some strong, late tonight through tomorrow afternoon

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