AQI

Ector County Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
81(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Moderate
PM2.5 :26.6µg/m³
PM10 :40.3µg/m³
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Unhealthy
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Moderate air quality mascot

Primary Air Pollutants Ector County (Texas)

PM2.527µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM1040µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂2µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO104µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂1µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃77µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Ector County (Texas)

Now37°
Clear sky
18:0036°
Overcast
19:0036°
Mostly clear
20:0035°
Clear sky
21:0033°
Clear sky
22:0031°
Clear sky
23:0030°
Clear sky
00:0029°
Clear sky
01:0028°
Clear sky
02:0027°
Clear sky
03:0026°
Clear sky
04:0025°
Clear sky
05:0025°
Clear sky
06:0024°
Clear sky
07:0023°
Clear sky
08:0025°
Clear sky
09:0028°
Clear sky
10:0030°
Clear sky
11:0033°
Clear sky
12:0035°
Clear sky
13:0036°
Clear sky
14:0037°
Clear sky
15:0038°
Clear sky
16:0038°
Mostly clear

Health Recommendations for Ector County Residents

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 81

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

UV Index

3.7

Moderate

Use protection if you’re out for extended periods.

Wind

14.5 km/h

Light breeze — leaves rustling gently.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Ector County (Texas)

35
Min. AQIat 11:00 PM on 20th Jul
95
Max. AQIat 8:00 AM on 21st Jul
20-07-2026Time21-07-2026

United States Major Cities AQI Overview


Most Polluted Cities by AQI United States

Last Updated: 21 Jul 2026, 15:01

Health Advice For People Living in Ector County

1.2
Cigarettes
per day
Weekly8.4 Cigarettes
Monthly36 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is equivalent to smoking 1.2 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 Ector County 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

Ector County · Current air quality: Moderate · AQI 81

Mild Trigger Risk

Headaches

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

Common signs

Possible signs 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.

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Air Quality FAQs at Ector County, Texas

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Ector County, Texas is 81 (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 Ector County, Texas 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.