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Weather in Lafayette, Louisiana

12:48 AM
Now
Cloudy NightCloudy night, overcast skies at night with no rain.
75° F
Feels Like 81°
Precipitation 2 %
Wind 4 mph
Humidity 87 %
Today
Sunny with a Chance of ThunderstormsSunny weather with a possibility of isolated thunderstorms developing later in the day.
Day 91°
Night 72°
Precipitation 55 %
Wind 5 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.

Lafayette Weather Forecast Updated

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Air quality in Lafayette

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

Pollutant Concentrations:

PM2.5 8.38 µg/m³
PM10 9.18 µg/m³
O₃ 42.49 ppb
NO₂ 5.00 ppb
SO₂ 0.39 ppb
CO 173.12 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.