Current Air Quality & Forecast
Air Quality Forecast
April 24 – April 28: Cooler temperatures will continue affect the region through the weekend due to low-pressure migrating over the area from the north Pacific. This region of low-pressure will develop into a cut-off low and directly impact the central coast Friday night and into Saturday morning. Along with the low-pressure, the chances of rain will be as high as 60% in southern Monterey County. The Santa Cruz Mountains are expected to receive 0.1”-0.2” and 0.5”-0.7” in the Santa Lucia Mountains. Following this system, expect a warmup Monday and Tuesday as ridging dominates. Expect coastal temperatures to range from the mid-40’s to mid-60’s and low-40’s to mid-70’s inland for this period. Cool temperatures indicate ozone levels will remain below State standards, with ozone AQIs being GOOD. PM2.5 (smoke) AQIs will also be GOOD due to unsettled conditions and thus good ventilation. Additionally, PM10 (dust) AQIs will be GOOD due to moist conditions.
Particulate Matter Sensor Network