07/16/2026
Questions about air quality? Here is some great information from American Academy of Pediatrics and a helpful link to check the air quality in your area:
Air Quality Index (AQI):
-The AQI is a rating system of how clean the air is.
-It's usually reported with the weather.
It's reported in zones on a scale from 0 to 300.
-Zones are matched to a color to show you how safe the air is.
-0 to 50 (green zone). Good air quality. It's healthy for everyone to be outside.
-51 to 100 (yellow zone). Moderate air quality. It's okay to be outside, but sensitive people may be affected.
-101 to 150 (orange zone). Unhealthy for sensitive people. They should avoid spending a lot of time outside.
-151 to 200 (red zone). Unhealthy air quality for everyone. Everyone should limit their outdoor time, especially sensitive people.
-201 to 300 (maroon zone). Very unhealthy air quality. Sensitive people should stay inside. Everyone else should limit their outdoor time.
How to Protect Yourself and Your Children:
-Check the AQI if you plan to spend time outside, especially during the summer.
-On high AQI days, do indoor activities. This is most important sensitive people.
-If possible, play in an indoor park or gym. Daily activity is still important for health.
-On high AQI days, keep your doors and windows closed.
AirNow is your one-stop source for air quality data. Our recently redesigned site highlights air quality in your local area first, while still providing air quality information at state, national, and world views.
