What is the air quality like in Palmdale?
Palmdale has an average AQI of 62, which falls in the "Moderate" category. About 46% of days have Good air quality, 36% are Moderate, and 14% are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. The primary pollutant is Ozone.
What is the main pollutant in Palmdale?
The primary pollutant in Palmdale is Ozone. The city's average PM2.5 level is 10.8 μg/m³ (below the EPA annual standard of 12 μg/m³). Average ozone levels are 52 ppb. Major pollution sources include vehicles, desert dust, wildfires.
Is Palmdale affected by wildfire smoke?
Palmdale has a very high wildfire risk rating. Wildfire smoke frequently degrades air quality, sometimes pushing AQI into unhealthy ranges for extended periods.
How many good air quality days does Palmdale have?
Approximately 46% of days in Palmdale have Good air quality (AQI 0-50). Residents experience Good air quality about half the time, with other days being Moderate or worse.
When is pollen season in Palmdale's state (CA)?
Pollen seasons in CA include: Grass Pollen (April–July, High severity); Tree Pollen (February–May, High severity); Weed Pollen (July–November, Moderate severity); Mold Spores (Year-round–Year-round, Moderate severity). Allergy sufferers should monitor pollen counts during these periods and consider staying indoors on high-pollen days, especially during morning hours when counts peak.