AQI

Jefferson County Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
42(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :10.1µg/m³
PM10 :11µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Jefferson County (Kentucky)

PM2.510µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM1011µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂1µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO132µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂1µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃119µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Jefferson County (Kentucky)

Now30°
Overcast
11:0032°
Clear sky
12:0033°
Overcast
13:0033°
Clear sky
14:0034°
Mostly clear
15:0034°
Thunderstorm
16:0033°
Clear sky
17:0029°
Clear sky
18:0030°
Clear sky
19:0031°
Clear sky
20:0030°
Clear sky
21:0028°
Clear sky
22:0027°
Clear sky
23:0026°
Clear sky
00:0025°
Overcast
01:0026°
Overcast
02:0025°
Partly cloudy
03:0024°
Mostly clear
04:0023°
Clear sky
05:0022°
Clear sky
06:0022°
Clear sky
07:0021°
Clear sky
08:0022°
Clear sky
09:0023°
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Health Recommendations for Jefferson County Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 42

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

UV Index

3.75

Moderate

Use protection if you’re out for extended periods.

Wind

15.8 km/h

Moderate wind — noticeable and steady.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Jefferson County (Kentucky)

42
Min. AQIat 5:00 PM on 20th Jul
78
Max. AQIat 6:00 PM on 19th Jul
19-07-2026Time20-07-2026

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Last Updated: 20 Jul 2026, 15:01

Health Advice For People Living in Jefferson County

0.5
Cigarettes
per day
Weekly3.5 Cigarettes
Monthly15 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is equivalent to smoking 0.5 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 Jefferson County Current AQI (US)
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable
Must turn on the air purifier to enjoy fresh air.Get an Air Purifier

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Jefferson County · Current air quality: Good · AQI 42

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

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

Common signs

Potential indicators 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.

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Air Quality FAQs at Jefferson County, Kentucky

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Jefferson County, Kentucky is 42 (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 Jefferson County, Kentucky 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.