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Weather in Elgin, Illinois

04:41 AM
Now
Cloudy Night
63° F
Feels Like 63°
Precipitation 34 %
Wind 6 mph
Humidity 99 %
Today
Cloudy Weather
Day 81°
Night 61°
Precipitation 25 %
Wind 11
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.

Elgin Weather Forecast Updated

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Air quality in Elgin

NOW
58 AQI
Moderate air quality Dominant pollutant: PM2.5

Pollutant Concentrations:

PM2.5 19.19 µg/m³
PM10 19.62 µg/m³
O₃ 19.47 ppb
NO₂ 14.71 ppb
SO₂ 1.53 ppb
CO 266.55 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.