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Weather in Bakersfield, California

05:17 PM
Now
Cloudy WeatherCloudy weather, overcast skies with clouds.
102° F
Feels Like 102°
Precipitation 0 %
Wind 8 mph
UV Index (0 - 11+) 11
Humidity 14 %
Today
Cloudy WeatherCloudy weather, overcast skies with clouds.
Day 102°
Night 75°
Precipitation 0 %
Wind 6 mph
UV Index (0 - 11+) 11

Warning: Extreme UV Index Today: 11+

Overexposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can cause sunburn and increase the risk of developing skin cancer, including melanoma. Protect yourself by wearing clothing that covers your skin, sunglasses, and a hat. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every two hours, even on cloudy days. Minimize direct sun exposure during peak hours (10 AM to 4 PM) to reduce the risk.

Other:

Sunny to partly overcast and hot; danger of dehydration and heatstroke if outside for extended periods of time.

Bakersfield Weather Forecast Updated

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Weather Forecast History

Last Year's Weather on This Day (August 21, 2024)

Sunny WeatherSunny weather, clear skies and sunny weather.

Day

95°

Night

68°

Wind

7 mph

UV Index

9

Precipitation

0

Air quality in Bakersfield

NOW
73 AQI
Moderate air quality Dominant pollutant: PM10

Pollutant Concentrations:

PM2.5 14.39 µg/m³
PM10 80.80 µg/m³
O₃ 54.36 ppb
NO₂ 11.59 ppb
SO₂ 0.90 ppb
CO 170.91 ppb
PM2.5 – Fine particles <2.5μm
PM10 – Inhalable particles <10μm
O3 – Ozone
NO2 – Nitrogen dioxide
SO2 – Sulfur dioxide
CO – Carbon monoxide

Health Recommendations:

Air quality is currently in the acceptable range. However, sensitive individuals should be aware of potential risks from certain pollutants.