Overview
Airport temperature data for EPA PM25 alignment is an operational air monitoring station in Hagerstown, Maryland, United States. It provides temperature data to support EPA PM2.5 alignment efforts.
Airport temperature data for EPA PM25 alignment is an air monitoring station located at 18434 Showalter Road, Hagerstown, Maryland, United States. Operated under the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, this station contributes to the national air quality monitoring network by providing temperature data that supports EPA PM2.5 alignment activities. The station operates within the regulatory framework of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) monitoring network, which sets standards for ambient air quality monitoring. Temperature data is a key meteorological parameter that helps in understanding atmospheric conditions affecting pollutant dispersion and formation. The station's last reported sample date is June 1, 2023, indicating recent operational status. This monitoring station plays a role in supporting regional air quality management by providing meteorological context for PM2.5 monitoring. Temperature data is essential for air quality models and regulatory compliance assessments. The station's location in Washington County, Maryland, contributes to the broader environmental monitoring infrastructure in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Environmental context
The station's temperature data supports EPA PM2.5 alignment, which is critical for understanding particulate matter formation and transport. Temperature inversions and seasonal variations can significantly impact PM2.5 concentrations. The station's location near Hagerstown, Maryland, provides representative data for the region's climate, which includes humid subtropical conditions with cold winters and warm summers. This meteorological context is essential for accurate air quality modeling and regulatory decision-making.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 18434 Showalter Road, Hagerstown, Maryland, United States, in Washington County.
This station collects temperature data to support EPA PM2.5 alignment efforts, providing meteorological context for air quality monitoring.
The station is operated under the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, which reports data to the EPA Air Quality System.
Temperature data helps understand atmospheric conditions that affect PM2.5 formation, dispersion, and chemical transformations, aiding in accurate air quality assessments.
The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) monitoring network, which sets standards for ambient air quality monitoring and data reporting.
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