Borger Air Quality Forecast - Today, Tomorrow
Air Quality Today
Today (6 October): Air quality in Borger is very poor. AQI and NO2 are very poor; PM2.5, PM10, and PM1 are moderate; O3 is fair; SO2, CO, and HCHO are good. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (NO2: 100/100).
Air Quality Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026): Air quality in Borger is very poor. O3 decreases to good; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (NO2: 100/100).
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Today - 6 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Very poor | 100/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 50.2/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Moderate | 47.5/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Very poor | 100/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Fair | 20.8/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 7.0/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.7/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 5.1/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Moderate | 43.1/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Very poor | 100/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 47.4/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Moderate | 49.0/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Very poor | 100/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 19.6/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 4.9/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.7/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 4.1/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Moderate | 42.8/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The center of Borger is largely built up, so vehicle exhaust and urban activity dominate the local air pollution sources. Air arriving from elsewhere in the region adds to what is produced locally. Exhaust from nearby roads is usually highest close to busy streets and junctions. Construction work and garden equipment are smaller, more occasional local sources.
From December to February, temperatures near 2°C let smoke and particles from home heating and traffic build up, especially on cold, still mornings. Later in the year, ozone is the main concern from May to September, when sunny days averaging 28°C turn traffic and other emissions into ozone by mid-afternoon.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality in Texas
Is air quality bad in Borger right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall air quality in Borger is very poor. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 100/100. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (NO2: 100/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Borger?
On 7 October 2026, air quality conditions in Borger will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at very poor at 100/100. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (NO2: 100/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Borger?
From December to February, temperatures near 2°C let smoke and particles from home heating and traffic build up, especially on cold, still mornings. Later in the year, ozone is the main concern from May to September, when sunny days averaging 28°C turn traffic and other emissions into ozone by mid-afternoon.
Are air quality levels in Borger 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. |