AQI

Rockford Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
17(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :4.1µg/m³
PM10 :4.2µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Rockford (Illinois)

PM2.54µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM104µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂0µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO136µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂1µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃86µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Rockford (Illinois)

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Health Recommendations for Rockford Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 17

Good
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable

UV Index

6.1

High

High UV levels — apply sunscreen and limit direct sun exposure.

Wind

8 km/h

Light breeze — leaves rustling gently.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Rockford (Illinois)

17
Min. AQIat 12:00 PM on 21st Jul
75
Max. AQIat 4:00 PM on 20th Jul
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Last Updated: 21 Jul 2026, 15:01

Health Advice For People Living in Rockford

0.2
Cigarettes
per day
Weekly1.4 Cigarettes
Monthly6 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is equivalent to smoking 0.2 cigarettes a day.

Disclaimer: This cigarette-equivalent estimate is calculated using the average PM2.5 concentration from the past 24 hours, assuming constant exposure throughout that period.
Solutions for Rockford Current AQI (US)
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable
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Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Rockford · Current air quality: Good · AQI 17

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

Risk of Headaches symptoms is Low when AQI of Rockford is Good (0-50).

Common signs

Common warning signs include: Pressure or tightness around the forehead and temples, Sensitivity to light or smell, Fatigue or difficulty concentrating.

Do’s :
  • Prefer indoor, filtered air when the AQI is elevated.
  • Drink water and pause from screen time or strong light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Consider using prescribed migraine meds, Store them accessible.
Don’ts :
  • Avoid do intense outdoor exercise during poor AQI periods.
  • Try not to ignore worsening issues that feel unusual for you.

Disclaimer: The health risks mentioned above are precautionary recommendations based on current AQI levels. While you may not experience immediate effects, prolonged exposure to air pollution can lead to these health issues over time. This is not medical advice. Please consult a clinician if you experience severe, unusual, or worsening symptoms.

Air Quality FAQs at Rockford, Illinois

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Rockford, Illinois is 17 (Good). This was last updated recently.

The best AQI (US) level was generally lower during the early afternoon in the last 24 hours.

The worst AQI (US) level typically peaks during early morning or late evening hours due to temperature inversion.

The AQI (US) levels in Rockford, Illinois have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Current AQI (US) levels are good for everyone. It's advised to adjust your outdoor activities based on personal sensitivity.