What is the air quality like in Sacramento?
Sacramento has an average AQI of 62, which falls in the "Moderate" category. About 48% of days have Good air quality, 38% are Moderate, and 12% are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. The primary pollutant is Ozone.
What is the main pollutant in Sacramento?
The primary pollutant in Sacramento is Ozone. The city's average PM2.5 level is 10.5 μg/m³ (below the EPA annual standard of 12 μg/m³). Average ozone levels are 52 ppb. Major pollution sources include vehicles, agriculture, wildfires.
Is Sacramento affected by wildfire smoke?
Sacramento has a high wildfire risk rating. Wildfire smoke regularly impacts air quality, especially during summer and fall fire seasons.
How many good air quality days does Sacramento have?
Approximately 48% of days in Sacramento 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 Sacramento'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.