Stay updated with real-time air quality in Des Moines, Iowa 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)
22
Good
Des Moines, Iowa
Last updated: ... (Local time)

Good
Fine
Moderate
Poor
Very poor
Hazardous
4.30 μg/m³
0
12.1
35.5
55.5
250.5
500.5+
18.87 μg/m³
0
55
155
255
425
605+
16.58 ppb
0
55
71
86
201
201+
0.58 ppb
0
36
76
186
605
1005+
3.67 ppb
0
54
101
361
1250
2050+
0.17 ppm
0
4.5
9.5
12.5
230.5
50.5+
Pollen Level
Low
Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa
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AQI 27
Good
4.69μg/m³
PM2.5
20.34μg/m³
PM10
17.13ppb
O3
0.58ppb
SO2
3.67ppb
NO2
0.18ppm
CO
AQI 27
Good
4.66μg/m³
PM2.5
19.95μg/m³
PM10
16.76ppb
O3
0.58ppb
SO2
3.67ppb
NO2
0.19ppm
CO
AQI 27
Good
4.64μg/m³
PM2.5
20.67μg/m³
PM10
17.38ppb
O3
0.77ppb
SO2
3.69ppb
NO2
0.17ppm
CO
AQI 27
Good
4.96μg/m³
PM2.5
22.21μg/m³
PM10
19.45ppb
O3
0.76ppb
SO2
3.70ppb
NO2
0.17ppm
CO
AQI 27
Good
4.64μg/m³
PM2.5
19.67μg/m³
PM10
18.07ppb
O3
0.76ppb
SO2
3.69ppb
NO2
0.17ppm
CO
AQI 27
Good
4.81μg/m³
PM2.5
20.95μg/m³
PM10
19.80ppb
O3
0.57ppb
SO2
3.64ppb
NO2
0.17ppm
CO
Air quality and pollutant data for Iowa, USA are sourced from ground-based monitors and satellites, adhering to US EPA standards. Machine learning and advanced algorithms enhance the data by incorporating local variables like traffic and population density, ensuring high accuracy and dependability.
Source: Ambee Data Sources
The air quality information for Des Moines, Iowa is updated every hour for accuracy.
In the past 24 hours, the air quality in Des Moines, Iowa was at its worst at 03:00:00 on 2026-09-07.
In the last 24 hours, the best air quality in Des Moines, Iowa was observed at 08:00:00 on 2026-09-07.
As of now, the AQI in Des Moines, Iowa is 22, indicating Good conditions.
Des Moines, Iowa air has the highest levels of PM2.5.
Poor air quality in Des Moines, Iowa means it's advisable to stay indoors and wear a mask for your protection.
PM2.5 levels in Des Moines, Iowa are currently 4.296 μg/m3.
The PM10 concentration in Des Moines, Iowa is 18.87 μg/m3 at the moment.
The current carbon monoxide (CO) concentration in Des Moines, Iowa is 0.173 ppm.
Currently, Des Moines, Iowa has a sulfur dioxide (SO2) concentration of 0.577 ppb.
The current ozone (O3) level in Des Moines, Iowa at the moment is 16.58 ppm.
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) level in Des Moines, Iowa at the moment is 3.669 ppb.
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