AQI

Rochester Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
44(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :4.3µg/m³
PM10 :4.3µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Rochester (New York)

PM2.54µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM104µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂1µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO181µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂9µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃97µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Rochester (New York)

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Health Recommendations for Rochester Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 44

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

UV Index

0.1

Low

Safe to be outside. Minimal UV risk.

Wind

5.4 km/h

Light breeze — leaves rustling gently.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Rochester (New York)

28
Min. AQIat 2:00 PM on 3rd Jun
46
Max. AQIat 10:00 PM on 3rd Jun
03-06-2026Time04-06-2026

United States Major Cities AQI Overview


Most Polluted Cities by AQI United States

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Poor3x above Standard
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Moderate2x above Standard
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Last Updated: 03 Jun 2026, 22:43

Health Advice For People Living in Rochester

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 Rochester 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

Rochester · Current air quality: Good · AQI 44

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

Risk of Headaches symptoms is Low when AQI of Rochester 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 Rochester, New York

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Rochester, New York is 44 (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 Rochester, New York 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.