AQI

Grand Forks Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
24(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :5.7µg/m³
PM10 :5.8µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Grand Forks (North Dakota)

PM2.56µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM106µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂0µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO132µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂3µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃64µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Grand Forks (North Dakota)

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Health Recommendations for Grand Forks Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 24

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

UV Index

0

Low

Safe to be outside. Minimal UV risk.

Wind

16.6 km/h

Moderate wind — noticeable and steady.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Grand Forks (North Dakota)

24
Min. AQIat 4:00 AM on 21st Jul
53
Max. AQIat 2:00 PM on 20th Jul
20-07-2026Time21-07-2026

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Last Updated: 20 Jul 2026, 15:01

Health Advice For People Living in Grand Forks

0.3
Cigarettes
per day
Weekly2.1 Cigarettes
Monthly9 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is equivalent to smoking 0.3 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 Grand Forks 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

Grand Forks · Current air quality: Good · AQI 24

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

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

Common signs

Some people experience: Pressure or tightness around the forehead and temples, Sensitivity to light or smell, Fatigue or difficulty concentrating.

Do’s :
  • Choose indoor, clean indoor air when the AQI is elevated.
  • Stay hydrated and take short breaks from devices or harsh light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Make use of prescribed migraine meds, Keep close them accessible.
Don’ts :
  • Try not to do intense outdoor exercise during worse AQI periods.
  • Don’t ignore worsening symptoms 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 Grand Forks, North Dakota

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Grand Forks, North Dakota is 24 (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 Grand Forks, North Dakota 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.