AQI

Meridian Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
51(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Moderate
PM2.5 :9.6µg/m³
PM10 :10.5µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Meridian (Mississippi)

PM2.510µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM1011µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂1µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO139µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂2µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃91µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Meridian (Mississippi)

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Health Recommendations for Meridian Residents

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 51

Moderate
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn On
Car Filter
Car FilterMust
N95 Mask
N95 MaskMust
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorMust

UV Index

0.15

Low

Safe to be outside. Minimal UV risk.

Wind

6.8 km/h

Light breeze — leaves rustling gently.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Meridian (Mississippi)

46
Min. AQIat 1:00 AM on 3rd Jun
52
Max. AQIat 11:00 AM on 3rd Jun
03-06-2026Time04-06-2026

United States Major Cities AQI Overview


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Last Updated: 03 Jun 2026, 22:43

Health Advice For People Living in Meridian

0.4
Cigarettes
per day
Weekly2.8 Cigarettes
Monthly12 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is equivalent to smoking 0.4 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 Meridian Current AQI (US)
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn On
Car Filter
Car FilterMust
N95 Mask
N95 MaskMust
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorMust
Must turn on the air purifier to enjoy fresh air.Get an Air Purifier

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Meridian · Current air quality: Moderate · AQI 51

Mild Trigger Risk

Headaches

Risk of Headaches symptoms is Mild when AQI of Meridian is Moderate (51-100).

Common signs

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

Do’s :
  • Favor indoor, filtered indoor air when the AQI is worse.
  • Hydrate and take breaks from screens or bright light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Try prescribed migraine meds, Have them accessible.
Don’ts :
  • Do not do intense outdoor exercise during elevated AQI periods.
  • Avoid ignore worsening effects 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 Meridian, Mississippi

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Meridian, Mississippi is 51 (Moderate). 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 Meridian, Mississippi have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

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