Atkinson Dam Scout Group, Mount Tarampa Air Quality Forecast - Today, Tomorrow
Air Quality Today
Today (7 October): Air quality in Atkinson Dam Scout Group is moderate. AQI, PM2.5, and PM1 are moderate; PM10 is fair; NO2, O3, SO2, CO, and HCHO are good. Pollution peaks around 7:00 AM (PM2.5: 49.6/100).
Air Quality Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026): Air quality in Atkinson Dam Scout Group is moderate. PM1 decreases to fair; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 4:00 PM (PM2.5: 43.3/100).
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Today - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 49.6/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 49.6/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 23.5/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 13.5/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 17.4/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 1.8/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.9/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 12.1/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Moderate | 49.6/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 43.3/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 43.3/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 21.0/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 15.8/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 15.6/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 1.9/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.5/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 5.2/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Fair | 35.1/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
With little dense development around this location in Mount Tarampa, local traffic emissions are modest. The open grass and scrubland around the area can add dust in dry weather and smoke from occasional fires. Winds are often light, which allows pollutants to linger close to where they are produced. On some days, pollution drifting in from farther away outweighs local sources.
Summer sun from October to March cooks traffic fumes into ozone, especially in the warmest month, which averages 25°C. In the mildest months, June to August, calmer nights at around 13°C allow traffic pollution to build up near the ground. The risk of wildfire smoke peaks from August to September, when dry vegetation burns easily.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality in Queensland
Is air quality bad in Atkinson Dam Scout Group right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall air quality in Atkinson Dam Scout Group is moderate. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 49.6/100. Pollution peaks around 7:00 AM (PM2.5: 49.6/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Atkinson Dam Scout Group?
On 8 October 2026, air quality conditions in Atkinson Dam Scout Group will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at moderate at 43.3/100. Pollution peaks around 4:00 PM (PM2.5: 43.3/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Atkinson Dam Scout Group?
Summer sun from October to March cooks traffic fumes into ozone, especially in the warmest month, which averages 25°C. In the mildest months, June to August, calmer nights at around 13°C allow traffic pollution to build up near the ground. The risk of wildfire smoke peaks from August to September, when dry vegetation burns easily.
Are air quality levels in Atkinson Dam Scout Group 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. |