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5:11 AM

RealFeel® 57°

Air Quality Excellent

Wind Gusts 23 mph

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Rain for at least 60 min

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Ophelia

Friday Afternoon - Saturday Evening

Current Air Quality

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AQI

Excellent

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

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The risk of tree pollen symptoms is moderate.

The risk for ragweed pollen symptoms is low.

The risk of mold allergy symptoms is moderate. Be sure to prevent mildew and indoor mold in your home's basement, bathrooms, and laundry room.

The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.

The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is low.

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.

The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is moderate. Make sure you stay hydrated.

The risk of catching a cold is high. Using a humidifier can help increase humidity, which may help fight symptoms.

The risk of catching the flu is moderate.

The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.

The risk of asthma is very high. Use a humidifier to prevent dry air in your home.

Fishing conditions are poor.

Conditions for running are poor. Lightening and extremely cold temperatures are unsafe for outdoor runners.

Conditions for golfing are poor. Do not play if there is a chance of lightning.

Biking & Cycling

Conditions for cycling are poor. Avoid outdoor activity if there is a chance of lightning or in extremely cold temperatures.

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.

Conditions for stargazing are poor.

Conditions for hiking are poor.

Conditions for lawn mowing are poor. Avoid mowing your lawn when it is wet, or temperatures are too cold.

Composting conditions are poor. Keep your compost area covered.

Outdoor Entertaining

Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be poor. Consider moving your party indoors or under some form of cover.

Conditions for flying are fair. Be sure to check your flight details to be aware of any delays.

Conditions for driving are poor. Leave plenty of space between you and the car in front of you if you have to drive despite weather conditions.

The risk for mosquito activity are high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects.

The risk for pest activity is high. Replacing outdoor lights with yellow bug lights can attract less insects near your home.

The risk for pest activity is extremely high. Eliminate standing water in rain gutters, buckets, and in tires where pests can breed.

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 63°

Tropical Rainstorm Ophelia

Looking Ahead

Tropical Rainstorm Ophelia will affect the area late Friday night to early this evening

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 56°

Tropical rainstorm early

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

RealFeel® 82°

Decreasing clouds and warmer

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