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Columbus Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

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

Live AQI

131AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Poor

PM2.5 : 48 µg/m³

pm10 : 74 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

21 °C

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

Rank71^st

Currently, Columbus ranks 71^st among the most polluted cities globally.

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Columbus

Major Air Pollutants
Columbus

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

48µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

74µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

273ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

5ppb

Ozone(O₃)

26ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Columbus

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Columbus

AQI (US)

18-07-2026Time19-07-2026

Time	Columbus
10:01am	50
10:31am	39
11:01am	47
11:31am	48
12:01pm	50
12:31pm	48
1:01pm	43
1:31pm	46
2:01pm	42
2:31pm	41
3:01pm	41
3:31pm	41
4:01pm	52
4:31pm	50
5:01pm	51
5:31pm	51
6:01pm	46
6:31pm	48
7:01pm	49
7:31pm	48
8:01pm	32
8:31pm	43
9:01pm	44
9:31pm	41
10:01pm	44
10:31pm	38
11:01pm	47
11:31pm	45
12:01am	25
12:31am	46
1:01am	37
1:31am	43
2:01am	43
2:31am	52
3:01am	48
3:31am	53
4:01am	53
4:31am	47
5:01am	85
5:31am	85
6:01am	126
6:31am	121
7:01am	140
7:31am	142
8:01am	142
8:31am	138
9:01am	135
9:31am	137

Min. AQI (US)12:01am

142

Max. AQI (US)7:31am

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Columbus, Ohio, United States

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Columbus's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Fairgrounds

Poor

134

Northland

Poor

144

Southwest Columbus

Poor

144

Worthington Green

Poor

129

United States's Metro Cities
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Chicago

135

Los Angeles

Minneapolis

129

Nashville

New Orleans

New York City

San Francisco

Washington

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Columbus

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Columbus

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 On

Car FilterMust

N95 MaskMust

Stay IndoorMust

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Columbus

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

13xabove Standard

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Severe

11xabove Standard

Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Severe

10xabove Standard

Madison, Wisconsin

Severe

10xabove Standard

Baraboo, Wisconsin

Severe

10xabove Standard

Waukesha, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

9xabove Standard

Rockford, Illinois

Unhealthy

8xabove Standard

Clinton, Iowa

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Davenport, Iowa

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

10.

Rock Island, Illinois

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

Last Updated: 19 Jul 2026, 02:05 PM

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Air Quality Solutions For Columbus
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Columbus's AQI Data Analytics Solutions
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Air Quality FAQs
at Columbus

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Columbus is 131 (Poor). This was last updated 2026-07-19 10:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 25 (Good) at 12:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 142 (Poor) at 7:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Columbus have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 142 at 7:31 AM (Local Time), lowest 25 at 12:01 AM (Local Time).

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

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