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3:59 AM

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Air Quality Poor
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Wind Gusts 1 mph
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Late Sunday Night

Little to no accumulation
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Current Air Quality

Today

12/8

54
AQI

Poor

The air has reached a high level of pollution and is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Reduce time spent outside if you are feeling symptoms such as difficulty breathing or throat irritation.

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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
Low
The risk of mold allergy symptoms is low.
Grass Pollen
Low
The risk of grass pollen symptoms is low.
Dust & Dander
High
The risk of dust and dander allergy symptoms is high. Be sure you're vacuuming with a HEPA-approved filter.
Arthritis
Moderate
The risk of experiencing weather-related arthritis pain is moderate. Stay hydrated and stretch to help avoid arthritis symptoms.
Sinus Pressure
High
The risk of weather-related sinus pressure is high. Taking a hot shower may help ease sinus pressure.
Common Cold
Moderate
The risk of catching a cold is moderate.
Flu
Low
The risk of catching the flu is low.
Migraine
Low
The risk of suffering from a weather-related migraine is low.
Asthma
High
The risk of asthma symptoms is high. Be sure to use HEPA filters in your home to cut down on indoor asthma triggers.
Fishing
Poor
Fishing conditions are poor.
Running
Fair
Conditions for running are fair. Stay hydrated to make your run easier.
Golf
Poor
Conditions for golfing are poor. Do not play if there is a chance of lightning.
Biking & Cycling
Fair
Conditions for cycling are fair. Know the surfaces you'll be riding on to ensure your ride is as safe as possible with your available gear.
Beach & Pool
Poor
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.
Stargazing
Poor
Conditions for stargazing are poor.
Hiking
Fair
Conditions for hiking are fair. Wear the right gear and watch for slippery surfaces.
Lawn Mowing
Poor
Conditions for lawn mowing are poor. Avoid mowing your lawn when it is wet, or temperatures are too cold.
Composting
Poor
Composting conditions are poor. Keep your compost area covered.
Outdoor Entertaining
Poor
Conditions for outdoor entertaining will be poor. Consider moving your party indoors or under some form of cover.
Air Travel
Ideal
Conditions for flying are ideal. 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
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
Low
The risk for pest activity is low.
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TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/8
50°Hi
RealFeel® 48°
Partly sunny and warmer

TONIGHT’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/8
32°Lo
RealFeel® 33°
Partly cloudy

TOMORROW’S WEATHER FORECAST

12/9
50°/ 40°
RealFeel® 51°
Intervals of clouds and sun

Looking Ahead

Rain from Sunday afternoon to late Sunday night, when it will mix with snow

Snowfall Probability

Snow expected Monday - see amounts

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