AQI

Virginia Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
34(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :8.2µg/m³
PM10 :9.4µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Virginia

PM2.58µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM109µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂1µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO124µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂1µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃100µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Virginia

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16:0034°
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Moderate rain
19:0024°
Moderate rain
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Light drizzle
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Light drizzle
00:0023°
Heavy rain
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Heavy rain
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Heavy rain
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Light drizzle
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Moderate drizzle
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Slight rain
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Overcast
07:0024°
Moderate rain
08:0024°
Overcast
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Violent rain showers
10:0026°
Partly cloudy
11:0027°
Overcast
12:0026°
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Health Recommendations for Virginia Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 34

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

UV Index

8.35

Very High

Very high UV risk — seek shade and wear strong protection.

Wind

20.3 km/h

Moderate wind — noticeable and steady.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Virginia

34
Min. AQIat 6:00 AM on 21st Jul
91
Max. AQIat 3:00 PM on 20th 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 Virginia

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 Virginia 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

Virginia · Current air quality: Good · AQI 34

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

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

Common signs

Possible warning signs: 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 Virginia

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Virginia is 34 (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 Virginia 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.