Current Air Quality & Forecast
Air Quality Forecast
June 9 - June 13: Atmospheric conditions will remain stable throughout the week, bringing marine layer clouds each night and morning. Breezy onshore winds can be expected during the afternoon and evening, with the strongest gusts of 20-30 mph at the coast and within the Salinas Valley. Temperatures will be near or just below seasonal averages throughout the region. High temperatures will be in the upper 70s to middle 80s inland, with the warmest spots reaching near 100, while the coastal regions will be cooler with highs in the uppers 50s and middle 60s. The highs in Santa Cruz and along the Big Sur coast may see middle 70s. Ozone concentrations will increase with higher inland temperatures, however, are likely to remain in the GOOD category of the AQI. Gusty conditions along with dry weather could elevate PM10 concentrations above State standards, particularly in the Salinas Valley. As things continue to remain dry, expect AQIs for PM2.5 to become MODERATE due to increased wildfire activity in the State.
Particulate Matter Sensor Network