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84°F
RealFeel® 90°
RealFeel Shade™ 82°
Air Quality Fair
Wind SW 4 mph
Wind Gusts 6 mph
Partly sunny More Details

Current Air Quality

Today

5/17

39
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
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
High
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is high. Remove your shoes as soon as you return inside.
Grass Pollen
Moderate
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is moderate. Be sure to keep your windows and doors closed.
Dust & Dander
Low
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is low.
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
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
Asthma
Low
The risk of asthma symptoms is low.
Fishing
Ideal
Fishing conditions are ideal. Wear sunscreen and a hat if you'll be in the sun.
Running
Great
Conditions for running are great. Be sure to warm up and cool down adequately.
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
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
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
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
Ideal
Conditions for driving are ideal.
Mosquitos
Moderate
The risk for mosquito activity are moderate. Eliminate any standing water on your property where mosquitoes can breed.
Indoor Pests
Moderate
The risk for pest activity is moderate. Do not leave food unattended and clear counters of crumbs.
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

5/17
84°Hi
RealFeel® 90°
Increasing cloudiness

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Thunderstorms in the area late tonight through tomorrow morning

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/17
63°Lo
RealFeel® 55°
Couple of showers, t-storms

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

5/18
78°/ 55°
RealFeel® 76°
A t-storm around in the a.m.

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