What is the air quality in Pontefract today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Pontefract is 38 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 9.08 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Pontefract right now?

The current temperature in Pontefract is 12.7°C (feels like 12.7°C). Humidity is 44.8% and wind speed is 48.5 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Pontefract?

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities. The UV Index is 0.0 (Low).

Air Quality in Pontefract, United Kingdom

Windy

12.7°C · 44.8% humidity

12.7°

Feels 12.7°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

2 stations

Nearby Monitoring Stations

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Air Quality Index Trend

45h · 4 stn

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Pontefract's air quality is shaped by traffic emissions and residential heating. Pollution levels tend to peak during winter months when cold air traps emissions close to ground level.

44.8%

Humidity

48.5 km/h

Wind WNW

1019.2 hPa

Pressure

0.0

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5▲

9.08 µg/m³

PM10

13.7 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Pontefract?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

45h · 4 stations

PM2.59.08 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.0

Low

Station readings (2 stations within 25 km)

9.08

Median

9.25

Average

7.9

Low

10.6

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 6.5 · Bias: -2.6

Both models agree Avg diff: 3.0°C

Where are air quality stations near Pontefract?

Leeds Centre, United Kingdom

19.8 km PM2.5: 14.0 µg/m³

Leeds Headingley Kerbside, United Kingdom

22.5 km PM2.5: 15.0 µg/m³

What cities are near Pontefract?

38 Castleford 38 Kippax 25 South Elmsall 38 Wakefield 37 Lofthouse 42 Adwick le Street 38 Ossett 31 Darton 23 Selby 30 Barnsley

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Data sources: AQI from ground-level monitoring stations via AQICN. Weather forecast from ECMWF (IFS & CAMS models). AQI calculated using US EPA standard. Updated 2026-10-21T13:14 UTC.