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Cary Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

Real-time PM2.5, PM10 air pollution level in Cary

Last Updated: 2026-07-19 10:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

134AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Poor

PM2.5 : 49 µg/m³

pm10 : 64 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

23 °C

Last Updated: 2026-07-19 10:01 (Local Time)

Rank69^th

Currently, Cary ranks 69^th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Cary

Major Air Pollutants
Cary

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

49µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

64µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

261ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

6ppb

Ozone(O₃)

31ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Cary

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Cary

AQI (US)

18-07-2026Time19-07-2026

Time	Cary
10:01am	46
10:31am	46
11:01am	54
11:31am	52
12:01pm	52
12:31pm	46
1:01pm	46
1:31pm	46
2:01pm	46
2:31pm	46
3:01pm	50
3:31pm	50
4:01pm	42
4:31pm	46
5:01pm	52
5:31pm	50
6:01pm	56
6:31pm	56
7:01pm	69
7:31pm	73
8:01pm	96
8:31pm	92
9:01pm	128
9:31pm	120
10:01pm	152
10:31pm	152
11:01pm	152
11:31pm	158
12:01am	172
12:31am	168
1:01am	176
1:31am	175
2:01am	184
2:31am	183
3:01am	176
3:31am	177
4:01am	160
4:31am	158
5:01am	154
5:31am	156
6:01am	150
6:31am	152
7:01am	151
7:31am	154
8:01am	145
8:31am	150
9:01am	153
9:31am	148
10:01am	134

Min. AQI (US)4:01pm

184

Max. AQI (US)2:01am

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Cary's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Cary

Poor

134

Three Oaks Road

Poor

131

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124

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151

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Air Quality Calendar 2026
Cary

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Cary

2.1Cigarettes per day

Weekly 14.7 Cigarettes

Monthly 63 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 2.1 cigarettes a day.

Source:

Berkeley Earth

Disclaimer: This cigarette-equivalent estimate is based on the average PM2.5 concentration over the last 24 hours, assuming continuous exposure during that time.

Solutions for Current AQI (US)

Air PurifierTurn On

Car FilterMust

N95 MaskMust

Stay IndoorMust

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Cary

Asthma

Heart Issues

Allergies

Sinus

Cold/Flu

Chronic (COPD)

Disclaimer: The above health risks are precautionary suggestions based on current AQI levels. You may not feel the effects immediately, but prolonged exposure to air pollution can contribute to these health conditions over time. AQI.IN is neither a medical expert nor a provider of medical advice. Please consult a doctor if you experience any of the above similar symptoms.

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RankCityAQI Status

Standard Value

Appleton, Wisconsin

Severe

11xabove Standard

Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Severe

11xabove Standard

Baraboo, Wisconsin

Severe

10xabove Standard

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

10xabove Standard

Madison, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

9xabove Standard

Waukesha, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Rock Island, Illinois

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Iowa City, Iowa

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

10.

Davenport, Iowa

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

Last Updated: 19 Jul 2026, 03:09 PM

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Cary's AQI Data Analytics Solutions
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Air Quality FAQs
at Cary

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

1. What is the current AQI (US) level in Cary?

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Cary is 134 (Poor). This was last updated 2026-07-19 10:01 (Local Time).

2. When was the best AQI (US) level in Cary in the last 24 hours?

The best AQI (US) level was 42 (Good) at 4:01 PM, Jul 18, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

3. When was the worst AQI (US) level in Cary in the last 24 hours?

The worst AQI (US) level was 184 (Unhealthy) at 2:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

4. What is the current trend of AQI (US) levels in Cary during last 24 hours?

The AQI (US) levels in Cary have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 184 at 2:01 AM (Local Time), lowest 42 at 4:01 PM, Jul 18, 2026 (Local Time).

5. What actions are recommended as per the current AQI (US) level in Cary?

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for Sensitive individuals, they should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.