William Dunbar, Bastrop Air Quality Forecast - Today, Tomorrow
Air Quality Today
Today (6 October): Air quality in William Dunbar is moderate. AQI and PM10 are moderate; PM2.5 is fair; NO2, O3, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 9:00 AM (PM10: 59.4/100).
Air Quality Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026): Air quality in William Dunbar is poor. AQI worsens to poor; PM2.5 increases to moderate; PM10 increases to poor; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 9:00 AM (PM10: 63.3/100).
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Air Quality
Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 59.4/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Fair | 33.2/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Moderate | 59.4/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 0.3/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 15.5/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 2.1/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.4/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 0.7/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Good | 6.6/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Poor | 63.3/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 40.0/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Poor | 63.3/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 2.2/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 14.1/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 3.0/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.5/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 0.9/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Good | 6.9/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This location in Bastrop combines built-up streets with more open land, so local traffic matters, though emissions are less concentrated than in a city center. The open grass and scrubland around the area can add dust in dry weather and smoke from occasional fires. Woodland in the area offers some natural filtering of particles from traffic. Air arriving from elsewhere in the region adds to what is produced locally.
From December to February, cooler nights and lighter winds, with temperatures around 10°C, let traffic pollution linger near busy roads. From April to October, strong sunshine and temperatures around 31°C drive ozone formation, with levels peaking in the afternoon. On any given day, wind and rain matter most: breezy or wet weather disperses pollution, while calm, dry spells let it build.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality in Texas
Is air quality bad in William Dunbar right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall air quality in William Dunbar is moderate. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 59.4/100. Pollution peaks around 9:00 AM (PM10: 59.4/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in William Dunbar?
On 7 October 2026, air quality conditions in William Dunbar will be worse than today, with AQI forecast at poor at 63.3/100. Pollution peaks around 9:00 AM (PM10: 63.3/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in William Dunbar?
From December to February, cooler nights and lighter winds, with temperatures around 10°C, let traffic pollution linger near busy roads. From April to October, strong sunshine and temperatures around 31°C drive ozone formation, with levels peaking in the afternoon. On any given day, wind and rain matter most: breezy or wet weather disperses pollution, while calm, dry spells let it build.
Are air quality levels in William Dunbar 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. |