AQI

Newport News Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
30(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :7.2µg/m³
PM10 :8.5µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Newport News (Virginia)

PM2.57µg/m³
PM2.5
Fine particles
PM109µg/m³
PM10
Coarse particles
SO₂1µg/m³
SO₂
Sulphur dioxide
CO123µg/m³
CO
Carbon monoxide
NO₂1µg/m³
NO₂
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃90µg/m³
O₃
Ozone

Hourly forecast Newport News (Virginia)

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Light drizzle
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Slight rain showers
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Moderate rain showers
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Moderate rain showers

Health Recommendations for Newport News Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 30

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

UV Index

3.65

Moderate

Use protection if you’re out for extended periods.

Wind

25.9 km/h

Moderate wind — noticeable and steady.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Newport News (Virginia)

26
Min. AQIat 6:00 AM on 21st Jul
63
Max. AQIat 5:00 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 Newport News

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 Newport News Current AQI (US)
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable
Must turn on the air purifier to enjoy fresh air.Get an Air Purifier

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Newport News · Current air quality: Good · AQI 30

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

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

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 Newport News, Virginia

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Newport News, Virginia is 30 (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 Newport News, 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.