Daleys Point, Central Coast Air Quality Forecast - Today, Tomorrow
Air Quality Today
Today (7 October): Air quality in Daleys Point is fair. AQI, PM2.5, and PM10 are fair; NO2, O3, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (PM2.5: 33.1/100).
Air Quality Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026): Air quality in Daleys Point is moderate. AQI worsens to moderate; PM2.5 increases to moderate; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 4:00 AM (PM2.5: 40.7/100).
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Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Fair | 33.1/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Fair | 33.1/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 31.0/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 9.7/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 17.5/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 2.2/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.3/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 2.3/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Good | 4.2/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 40.7/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 40.7/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 36.2/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 16.4/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 19.7/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 4.3/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.4/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 4.0/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Good | 8.4/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around this part of Central Coast, a mix of built-up land and open space means traffic is an important, but not overwhelming, local pollution source. The surrounding woodland releases natural compounds that, in warm sunny weather, help form ozone. Open water nearby lets breezes move freely across the area, helping to disperse pollutants. On some days, pollution drifting in from farther away outweighs local sources.
Warm, sunny weather from November to March, around 23°C at its peak, raises afternoon ozone levels. Later, air near roads is often at its worst from June to August, when nights cool to around 12°C and the air turns still. Short-term changes follow the weather: calm spells raise levels, while breezy or rainy days lower them.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality in New South Wales
Is air quality bad in Daleys Point right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall air quality in Daleys Point is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 33.1/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (PM2.5: 33.1/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Daleys Point?
On 8 October 2026, air quality conditions in Daleys Point will be worse than today, with AQI forecast at moderate at 40.7/100. Pollution peaks around 4:00 AM (PM2.5: 40.7/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Daleys Point?
Warm, sunny weather from November to March, around 23°C at its peak, raises afternoon ozone levels. Later, air near roads is often at its worst from June to August, when nights cool to around 12°C and the air turns still. Short-term changes follow the weather: calm spells raise levels, while breezy or rainy days lower them.
Are air quality levels in Daleys Point based on measurements or forecasts?
It is forecasts derived by downscaling forecasts provided by EU’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) by taking into account local conditions such as traffic patterns. CAMS bases its forecast on satellite measurements of particles and chemical compounds in the atmosphere. Airmine’s services were developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
Why doesn’t the forecast always reflect wildfire impacts?
Airmine’s forecast uses CAMS (Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service) as its background atmospheric model. While CAMS includes wildfire emissions, these are derived from satellite observations and are not available in real time. During rapidly evolving wildfire events, there may therefore be a delay before increased emissions are incorporated into the model. As a result, the forecast may temporarily underestimate PM₂.₅ and other pollutants associated with wildfire smoke.
During rapidly evolving wildfire events, CAMS may lag by approximately 1–2 days before increased wildfire emissions are fully represented, which can lead to temporary underestimation of PM₂.₅ concentrations in Airmine’s forecast.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 air quality scores represent risk levels, not direct air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
Air Quality
| Good | 0-20 | Low air quality risk. Air quality is expected to be good, with low levels of pollution. |
| Fair | 20-40 | Generally low air quality risk. Air quality is expected to be acceptable, with some pollution present. |
| Moderate | 40-60 | Moderate air quality risk. Air pollution is elevated and air quality may be less favorable. |
| Poor | 60-80 | High air quality risk. Air pollution is high and air quality is expected to be poor. |
| Very Poor | 80-100 | Very high air quality risk. Air pollution is very high and air quality is expected to be very poor. |