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10:54 AM

66°F
RealFeel® 73°
RealFeel Shade™ 64°
Air Quality Excellent
Wind N 7 mph
Wind Gusts 11 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

5/18

20
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
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
Low
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is low.
Arthritis
Moderate
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is moderate. Stay hydrated and stretch to help avoid arthritis symptoms.
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
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
Asthma
Low
The risk of asthma symptoms is low.
Fishing
Fair
Fishing conditions are fair.
Running
Ideal
Conditions for running are ideal.
Golf
Ideal
Conditions for golfing are ideal.
Biking & Cycling
Ideal
Conditions for cycling are ideal.
Beach & Pool
Good
Conditions for a day at the beach or pool are good. Be sure to wear sunscreen and UV-protective clothing when spending time outdoors.
Stargazing
Fair
Conditions for stargazing are fair. On cloudy nights, you may still be able to see the moon and some brighter stars, depending on the season.
Hiking
Ideal
Conditions for hiking are ideal. Plan your route with enough time to finish before sundown.
Lawn Mowing
Ideal
Conditions for lawn mowing are ideal. Try to water your grass at least one inch every week to keep it strong in case of a drought.
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
Ideal
Conditions for driving are ideal.
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
Moderate
The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave garbage or food open and unattended.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/18
73°Hi
RealFeel® 75°
Some sun, then clouds

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/18
53°Lo
RealFeel® 49°
Partly cloudy

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/19
67°/ 41°
RealFeel® 63°
Winds subsiding, not as warm

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