AQI

North Dakota Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
51(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Moderate
PM2.5 :12.3µg/m³
PM10 :12.6µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants North Dakota

PM2.512µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM1013µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂1µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO123µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂1µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃98µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast North Dakota

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Health Recommendations for North Dakota 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

1.7

Low

Safe to be outside. Minimal UV risk.

Wind

29.3 km/h

Moderate wind — noticeable and steady.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data North Dakota

38
Min. AQIat 6:00 AM on 20th Jul
56
Max. AQIat 2:00 PM on 20th Jul
19-07-2026Time20-07-2026

United States Major Cities AQI Overview


Most Polluted Cities by AQI United States

Last Updated: 20 Jul 2026, 15:01

Health Advice For People Living in North Dakota

0.6
Cigarettes
per day
Weekly4.2 Cigarettes
Monthly18 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is equivalent to smoking 0.6 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 North Dakota 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

North Dakota · Current air quality: Moderate · AQI 51

Mild Trigger Risk

Headaches

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

Common signs

Common signs and symptoms 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 North Dakota

The current real-time AQI (US) level in North Dakota 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 North Dakota 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.