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10:23 PM

77°F
RealFeel® 85°
Air Quality Fair
Wind NW 2 mph
Wind Gusts 5 mph
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Current Air Quality

Today

8/9

28
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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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
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
Moderate
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is moderate. Stay hydrated and stretch to help avoid arthritis symptoms.
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
Moderate
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is moderate.
Asthma
Moderate
The risk of asthma symptoms is moderate.
Fishing
Poor
Fishing conditions are poor.
Running
Poor
Conditions for running are poor. Lightening and extremely cold temperatures are unsafe for outdoor runners.
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
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
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
Ideal
Composting conditions are ideal. Apply a 1/4 to 1/2 inch of compost to the top of your soil.
Outdoor Entertaining
Good
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be good. Make sure you have shade available, so guests do not overheat.
Air Travel
Great
Conditions for flying are great. Have a safe trip.
Driving
Fair
Conditions for driving are fair. Keep up with your car maintenance, such as inspecting your windshield wipers and checking your tire treads.
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

8/9
67°Lo
RealFeel® 66°
Heavy evening t-storms; humid

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Thunderstorms, some heavy, this evening

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

8/10
84°/ 64°
RealFeel® 87°
Not as hot; a p.m. shower

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