What is the air quality like in Harrisburg?
Harrisburg has an average AQI of 50, which falls in the "Good" category. About 58% of days have Good air quality, 34% are Moderate, and 7% are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. The primary pollutant is Ozone.
What is the main pollutant in Harrisburg?
The primary pollutant in Harrisburg is Ozone. The city's average PM2.5 level is 8.8 μg/m³ (below the EPA annual standard of 12 μg/m³). Average ozone levels are 42 ppb. Major pollution sources include vehicles, government fleet, power plants.
Is Harrisburg affected by wildfire smoke?
Harrisburg has a low wildfire risk rating. Wildfire smoke rarely impacts air quality here.
How many good air quality days does Harrisburg have?
Approximately 58% of days in Harrisburg have Good air quality (AQI 0-50). Residents experience Good air quality about half the time, with other days being Moderate or worse.
What about allergies in Harrisburg?
Air quality and pollen counts can both affect respiratory health in Harrisburg. On days with higher AQI levels, allergy symptoms may worsen. Using a HEPA air purifier indoors and monitoring both AQI and pollen counts can help manage symptoms.