Air Quality Portal
Forecast Discussion
The North Carolina Division of Air Quality issues forecasts for fine particulate matter year-round and ozone from March through October. Forecasts and discussions are updated each afternoon for the next three days, and are sometimes updated in the morning to reflect the latest ambient conditions.
This forecast was issued on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 2:01 pm.
This forecast is currently valid.
Today's Air Quality Conditions
Air quality levels are well within the Code Green range statewide.
For a display of the most recent Air Quality Index (AQI) conditions throughout the day, visit the Ambient Information Reporter (AIR) tool.
General Forecast Discussion
A surface cold front that crossed the state last night has ushered in a much colder, drier and cleaner air mass that should hold through the weekend. Weak high pressure will slowly build in from the south, but with a clean air mass in place fine particulate levels should only gradually rise through the period.
Outlook
Air quality levels should hold in the Code Green range through Sunday.
Extended Air Quality Outlook
The forecast Air Quality Index value for each pollutant represents the highest value expected within each county, so some areas and monitors may see lower values. We use the best information and techniques available to ensure the quality and accuracy of the forecasts we provide to the public. Note that ranges do not include the nine-county Triad region, which is covered by the Forsyth County Office of Environmental Assistance and Protection.
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