Stay updated with real-time air quality in Sterling, 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)
26
Good
Sterling, Illinois
Last updated: ... (Local time)

Good
Fine
Moderate
Poor
Very poor
Hazardous
4.37 μg/m³
0
12.1
35.5
55.5
250.5
500.5+
17.13 μg/m³
0
55
155
255
425
605+
27.51 ppb
0
55
71
86
201
201+
0.38 ppb
0
36
76
186
605
1005+
3.25 ppb
0
54
101
361
1250
2050+
0.14 ppm
0
4.5
9.5
12.5
230.5
50.5+
Pollen Level
Sterling, Illinois
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AQI 25
Good
4.03μg/m³
PM2.5
14.84μg/m³
PM10
27.20ppb
O3
0.43ppb
SO2
3.35ppb
NO2
0.15ppm
CO
AQI 25
Good
3.11μg/m³
PM2.5
14.02μg/m³
PM10
26.66ppb
O3
0.28ppb
SO2
2.89ppb
NO2
0.12ppm
CO
AQI 23
Good
4.19μg/m³
PM2.5
16.18μg/m³
PM10
25.14ppb
O3
0.51ppb
SO2
3.13ppb
NO2
0.15ppm
CO
AQI 19
Good
3.07μg/m³
PM2.5
12.08μg/m³
PM10
19.51ppb
O3
0.16ppb
SO2
1.90ppb
NO2
0.16ppm
CO
AQI 27
Good
3.47μg/m³
PM2.5
15.33μg/m³
PM10
29.18ppb
O3
0.17ppb
SO2
2.77ppb
NO2
0.10ppm
CO
AQI 27
Good
4.70μg/m³
PM2.5
21.00μg/m³
PM10
26.27ppb
O3
0.52ppb
SO2
3.40ppb
NO2
0.16ppm
CO
Air quality measurements for Illinois, USA meet strict US EPA standards. These measurements are collected from reliable sources, including satellites and ground-based monitoring systems. Advanced algorithms and machine learning techniques are applied to the data, factoring in variables such as traffic and population density, to ensure precision and reliability.
Source: Ambee Data Sources
Air quality data for Sterling, Illinois is updated on an hourly basis.
The worst air quality in Sterling, Illinois was recorded at 03:00:00 on 2025-12-13.
The best air quality in Sterling, Illinois was recorded at 02:00:00 on 2025-12-13.
The real-time air quality index in Sterling, Illinois is 26, currently categorized as Good.
The most common pollutant in Sterling, Illinois is O3.
If the air quality in Sterling, Illinois is poor, limit outdoor activities and use a mask to safeguard your health.
The measured PM2.5 levels in Sterling, Illinois at present are 4.366 μg/m3.
The current PM10 levels in Sterling, Illinois are 17.131 μg/m3.
The current carbon monoxide (CO) level in Sterling, Illinois is 0.145 ppm.
The current sulfur dioxide (SO2) levels in Sterling, Illinois are 0.379 ppb.
The current ozone (O3) levels at Sterling, Illinois is 27.51 ppm.
The current nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels at Sterling, Illinois is 3.247 ppb.
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