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Chicago Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-07-19 00:31 (Local Time)

Live AQI

164AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Unhealthy

PM2.5 : 82 µg/m³

pm10 : 118 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

22 °C

Last Updated: 2026-07-19 00:31 (Local Time)

Rank19^th

Currently, Chicago ranks 19^th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Chicago

Major Air Pollutants
Chicago

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

82µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

118µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

281ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

4ppb

Ozone(O₃)

36ppb

AQI Graph

Historical Air Quality Data
Chicago

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Chicago

AQI (US)

18-07-2026Time19-07-2026

Time	Chicago
11:01am	47
11:31am	46
12:01pm	44
12:31pm	45
1:01pm	44
1:31pm	44
2:01pm	42
2:31pm	44
3:01pm	44
3:31pm	43
4:01pm	49
4:31pm	47
5:01pm	48
5:31pm	47
6:01pm	50
6:31pm	50
7:01pm	71
7:31pm	69
8:01pm	96
8:31pm	92
9:01pm	118
9:31pm	120
10:01pm	133
10:31pm	131
11:01pm	130
11:31pm	139
12:01am	143
12:31am	141
1:01am	46
1:31am	42
2:01am	38
2:31am	42
3:01am	42
3:31am	50
4:01am	50
4:31am	52
5:01am	54
5:31am	71
6:01am	73
6:31am	109
7:01am	106
7:31am	136
8:01am	124
8:31am	154
9:01am	144
9:31am	134
10:01am	157
10:31am	162
11:01am	157

Min. AQI (US)2:01am

162

Max. AQI (US)10:31am

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Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Chicago's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Ashburn

Unhealthy

159

Bridgeport

Unhealthy

157

East Side

Unhealthy

168

140

Hermosa

Unhealthy

169

146

Portage Park

Unhealthy

167

150

United States's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

Chicago

164

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Air Quality Calendar 2026
Chicago

2026

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Health Advice For People Living In
Chicago

1.3Cigarettes per day

Weekly 9.1 Cigarettes

Monthly 39 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.3 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

Chicago

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

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Severe

12xabove Standard

Appleton, Wisconsin

Severe

11xabove Standard

Shorewood, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

10xabove Standard

Waukesha, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

10xabove Standard

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

9xabove Standard

Greendale, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

9xabove Standard

Cary, Illinois

Unhealthy

8xabove Standard

Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Cicero, Illinois

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

10.

Lansing, Illinois

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Last Updated: 19 Jul 2026, 05:44 AM

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Chicago is 164 (Unhealthy). This was last updated 2026-07-19 00:31 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 38 (Good) at 2:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 162 (Unhealthy) at 10:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Chicago have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 162 at 10:31 AM (Local Time), lowest 38 at 2:01 AM (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for everyone. It's advised to limit outdoor activities and consider using air purifiers indoors.