AQI

City of Roanoke Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
32(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :7.7µg/m³
PM10 :8.7µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants City of Roanoke (Virginia)

PM2.58µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM109µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂1µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO118µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂1µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃97µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast City of Roanoke (Virginia)

Now25°
Violent rain showers
17:0026°
Partly cloudy
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Overcast
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Overcast
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Moderate rain
01:0024°
Slight rain
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Overcast
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Overcast
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Clear sky
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Clear sky
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Clear sky
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Clear sky
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Mostly clear
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Light drizzle
11:0026°
Overcast
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Overcast
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Overcast
14:0032°
Clear sky
15:0032°
Mostly clear

Health Recommendations for City of Roanoke Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 32

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

UV Index

3.85

Moderate

Use protection if you’re out for extended periods.

Wind

8.7 km/h

Light breeze — leaves rustling gently.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data City of Roanoke (Virginia)

24
Min. AQIat 5:00 AM on 21st Jul
66
Max. AQIat 8:00 PM on 20th Jul
20-07-2026Time21-07-2026

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Last Updated: 21 Jul 2026, 15:01

Health Advice For People Living in City of Roanoke

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 City of Roanoke 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

City of Roanoke · Current air quality: Good · AQI 32

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

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

Common signs

Typical signs can include: 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 City of Roanoke, Virginia

The current real-time AQI (US) level in City of Roanoke, Virginia is 32 (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 City of Roanoke, 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.