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 Friday, June 9, 2023 at 1:39 am.
This is an old forecast that is no longer valid.
Today's Air Quality Conditions
Forecast Update (1:30AM Friday, June 9): Overnight fine particulate readings have risen significantly in Wake County, with elevated (albeit lesser) hourly readings also observed elsewhere around central and eastern North Carolina.
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
Based on observed data in Wake County over the past several hours and the anticipated meteorology through the early morning hours, the forecast will be revised to Code Orange for Wake County for today (Friday, June 9). A normal review of the forecast will be conducted at 10AM and any additional updates will be taken then.
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.
Forecast Day
AQI Range
Category Range
North Ridges
South Ridges
(Elevation > 4,000 feet)