Air Quality Health Index - What's the air like today?

Find the latest and forecast Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) values to help you understand what the air quality around you means to your health. Learn more about Air Quality Health Index health messages.

1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	+
LowRisk (1-3)			ModerateRisk (4-6)			HighRisk (7-10)				VeryHigh Risk

1	2	3	Low Risk (1-3)
4	5	6	Moderate Risk (4-6)
7	8	9	10	High Risk (7-10)
+		Very High

Air Quality Health Index forecast for B.C.

The table below shows a provincial summary of the latest Air Quality Health Index values and forecast maximums. Select a community name to view a time-series graph of AQHI data.

Choose a community from the drop-down list or scroll down to browse the list below:

AQHI station updates and data disclaimer:

AQHI values for South Okanagan will be unavailable until a new permanent air quality monitoring station is established in the South Okanagan. However PM_2.5 measurements from a temporary monitoring site in Penticton are available.
Please note that air quality data may be missing or delayed for many reasons that are beyond our control including local power or communications outages and instrument calibration cycles. Data found on this web site is accessible in raw form before all quality assurance reviews are complete. This data is preliminary and is subject to change during the review process. Read more about our data and licensing agreement.

Health Risk	AQHI Index	Health Messages
Health Risk	AQHI Index	At Risk Population¹	General Population
Low	1 - 3	Enjoy your usual outdoor activities.	Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.
Moderate	4 - 6	Consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous activities outdoors if you are experiencing symptoms.	No need to modify your usual outdoor activities unless you experience symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation.
High	7 - 10	Reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors. Children and the elderly should also take it easy.	Consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous activities outdoors if you experience symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation.
Very High	Above 10	Avoid strenuous activities outdoors. Children and the elderly should also avoid outdoor physical exertion.	Reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors, especially if you experience symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation.

BC Air Quality

Air Quality Health Index - What's the air like today?

Air Quality Health Index forecast for B.C.

Air monitoring station data

Smoke related information

Be notified

Contact us

AQHI station updates and data disclaimer: