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Chicago Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-07-17 02:51:02 (Local Time)

Live AQI

78AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 1 µg/m³

pm10 : 118 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

32 °C

Last Updated: 2026-07-17 02:51:02 (Local Time)

Rank35^th

Currently, Chicago ranks 35^th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Chicago

Major Air Pollutants
Chicago

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

1µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

118µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

186ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

6ppb

Ozone(O₃)

54ppb

AQI Graph

Historical Air Quality Data
Chicago

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Chicago

AQI (US)

16-07-2026Time17-07-2026

Time	Chicago
3:01am	37
3:31am	41
4:01am	38
4:31am	127
5:01am	55
5:31am	131
6:01am	180
6:31am	172
7:01am	183
7:31am	81
8:01am	227
8:31am	101
9:01am	134
9:31am	55
10:01am	84
10:31am	51
11:01am	73
11:31am	53
12:01pm	260
12:31pm	161
1:01pm	55
1:31pm	53
2:01pm	199
2:31pm	58
3:01pm	190
3:31pm	69
4:01pm	167
4:31pm	218
5:01pm	204
5:31pm	216
6:01pm	64
6:31pm	268
7:01pm	76
7:31pm	74
8:01pm	72
8:31pm	76
9:01pm	78
9:31pm	80
10:01pm	80
10:31pm	314
11:01pm	196
11:31pm	82
12:01am	80
12:31am	242
1:01am	86
1:31am	198
2:01am	92
2:31am	170

Min. AQI (US)3:01am

314

Max. AQI (US)10:31pm

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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

Moderate

131

Bridgeport

Moderate

144

East Side

Poor

137

229

Hermosa

Good

Portage Park

Good

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Air Quality Index

Chicago

Los Angeles

Minneapolis

123

Nashville

New Orleans

New York City

San Francisco

Washington

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Chicago

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Chicago

2.9Cigarettes per day

Weekly 20.3 Cigarettes

Monthly 87 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 2.9 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

Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

9xabove Standard

Rockford, Illinois

Unhealthy

9xabove Standard

Baraboo, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

8xabove Standard

Madison, Wisconsin

Unhealthy

8xabove Standard

Duluth, Minnesota

Unhealthy

15xbelow Standard

Virginia, Minnesota

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Cloquet, Minnesota

Unhealthy

15xbelow Standard

Blaine, Minnesota

Poor

15xbelow Standard

Hammond, Indiana

Poor

15xbelow Standard

10.

Gary, Indiana

Poor

15xbelow Standard

Last Updated: 16 Jul 2026, 09:26 PM

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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 78 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-07-17 02:51:02 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 37 (Good) at 3:01 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 314 (Hazardous) at 10:31 PM (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 314 at 10:31 PM (Local Time), lowest 37 at 3:01 AM (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are acceptable; however, some pollutants may be a concern for a small number of sensitive individuals.