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Des Plaines Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-07-30 05:31 (Local Time)

Live AQI

42AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Good

PM2.5 : 10 µg/m³

pm10 : 13 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

16 °C

Last Updated: 2026-07-30 05:31 (Local Time)

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Des Plaines

Major Air Pollutants
Des Plaines

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

10µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

13µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

94ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

4ppb

Ozone(O₃)

10ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Des Plaines

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Des Plaines

AQI (US)

29-07-2026Time30-07-2026

Time	Des Plaines
5:31am	33
6:01am	38
6:31am	38
7:01am	50
7:31am	29
8:01am	38
8:31am	21
9:01am	25
9:31am	25
10:01am	21
10:31am	38
11:01am	42
11:31am	33
12:01pm	21
12:31pm	29
1:01pm	29
1:31pm	33
2:01pm	33
2:31pm	42
3:01pm	33
3:31pm	24
4:01pm	25
4:31pm	42
5:01pm	24
5:31pm	29
6:01pm	38
6:31pm	38
7:01pm	21
7:31pm	29
8:01pm	22
8:31pm	21
9:01pm	46
9:31pm	38
10:01pm	33
10:31pm	52
11:01pm	21
11:31pm	38
12:01am	46
12:31am	46
1:01am	42
1:31am	25
2:01am	29
2:31am	29
3:01am	42
3:31am	58
4:01am	54
4:31am	46
5:01am	52
5:31am	42

Min. AQI (US)8:31am

Max. AQI (US)3:31am

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Health Advice For People Living In
Des Plaines

0Cigarettes per day

Weekly 0 Cigarettes

Monthly 0 Cigarettes

Breathe easy and get active! The air quality is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.

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 Off

Car FilterAdvisable

N95 MaskAdvisable

Stay IndoorAdvisable

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Des Plaines

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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Nampa, Idaho

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

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Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Meridian, Idaho

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Garden City, Idaho

Poor

4xabove Standard

Murray, Utah

Poor

3xabove Standard

Midvale, Utah

Poor

2xabove Standard

Salt Lake City, Utah

Poor

2xabove Standard

Spanish Fork, Utah

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Ogden, Utah

Moderate

2xabove Standard

10.

Pendleton, Oregon

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Last Updated: 30 Jul 2026, 10:34 AM

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Air Quality FAQs
at Des Plaines

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Des Plaines is 42 (Good). This was last updated 2026-07-30 05:31 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 21 (Good) at 8:31 AM, Jul 29, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 58 (Moderate) at 3:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Des Plaines have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 58 at 3:31 AM (Local Time), lowest 21 at 8:31 AM, Jul 29, 2026 (Local Time).

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

The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.