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Stay updated with real-time air quality in Des Plaines, Illinois featuring accurate data on AQI, PM2.5, PM10, O3, NO2, SO2, and CO levels. Use our interactive map and detailed forecasts to monitor pollution trends, manage health risks, and plan your daily activities with confidence.

Live AQI (Air Quality Index)

110

Unhealthy for sensitive groups

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Des Plaines, Illinois

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Major air pollutants in Des Plaines, Illinois

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Fine

Moderate

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Hazardous

Particulate Matter2.5 (PM2.5)

38.81 μg/m³

0

12.1

35.5

55.5

250.5

500.5+

Particulate Matter10 (PM10)

172.57 μg/m³

0

55

155

255

425

605+

Ozone (O3)

36.63 ppb

0

55

71

86

201

201+

Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)

0.39 ppb

0

36

76

186

605

1005+

Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)

10.24 ppb

0

54

101

361

1250

2050+

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

0.32 ppm

0

4.5

9.5

12.5

230.5

50.5+

Pollen Level

Moderate

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How accurate is Illinois, USA air quality data?

Air quality data and pollutant measurements for Illinois, USA adhere to strict US EPA standards. The data is collected from multiple reliable sources, including satellites and ground-based monitoring stations. This data is further analyzed and enhanced using machine learning and advanced algorithms that factor in elements such as traffic and population density, ensuring accurate and reliable results.


Frequently asked questions

How often is the air quality data for Des Plaines, Illinois updated?

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The air quality for Des Plaines, Illinois is updated every hour.


When was the worst air quality at Des Plaines, Illinois in the last 24 hrs?

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The worst air quality in Des Plaines, Illinois in the last 24 hours was observed at 09:00:00 on 2025-06-05.


When was the best air quality at Des Plaines, Illinois in the last 24 hrs?

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In the last 24 hrs, the best air quality in Des Plaines, Illinois was observed at 06:00:00 on 2025-06-06.


What is the current air quality in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The current air quality in Des Plaines, Illinois is 110, categorized as Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups based on real-time data.


What pollutant is the most common in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The most common pollutant in Des Plaines, Illinois is PM10.


What should I do if the air quality in Des Plaines, Illinois is poor?

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If the air quality in Des Plaines, Illinois is poor, consider staying indoors and wearing a mask to protect yourself.


What is the current concentration of PM2.5 in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The current PM2.5 concentration at Des Plaines, Illinois is 38.808 μg/m3.


What is the current concentration of PM10 in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The current PM10 concentration at Des Plaines, Illinois is 172.572 μg/m3.


What is the current concentration of carbon monoxide (CO) in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The current carbon monoxide (CO) concentration at Des Plaines, Illinois is 0.316 ppm.


What is the current concentration of sulfur dioxide (SO2) in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The current sulfur dioxide (SO2) concentration at Des Plaines, Illinois is 0.387 ppb.


What is the current concentration of ozone (O3) in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The current ozone (O3) concentration at Des Plaines, Illinois is 36.626 ppm.


What is the current concentration of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in Des Plaines, Illinois?

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The current nitrogen dioxide (NO2) concentration at Des Plaines, Illinois is 10.241 ppb.


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