What is the air quality in Altoona today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Altoona is 27 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 6.5 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Altoona right now?

The current temperature in Altoona is 12.5°C (feels like 12.5°C). Humidity is 78.9% and wind speed is 46.3 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Altoona?

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

Air Quality in Altoona, United States

Windy

12.5°C · 78.9% humidity

12.5°

Feels 12.5°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

Model forecast

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Altoona's air quality is primarily affected by vehicle emissions and industrial activity. Seasonal wildfire smoke and weather patterns can cause periodic air quality deterioration.

78.9%

Humidity

46.3 km/h

Wind ESE

1020.7 hPa

Pressure

0.0

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5▲

6.5 µg/m³

PM10

13.7 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Altoona?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.56.5 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.0

Low

What is the 7-day forecast for Altoona?

10-21

22.8° 9.1°

10-22

14.9° 8.2°

0.06 mm

10-23

12.3° 7.2°

10-24

21.6° 11.5°

2.0 mm

10-25

13.2° 1.9°

0.44 mm

10-26

20.7° 1.4°

0.13 mm

10-27

11.6° -1.4°

Both models agree Avg diff: 5.5°C

What cities are near Altoona?

27 Des Moines 27 Ankeny 27 Johnston 27 Urbandale 27 West Des Moines 27 Clive 27 Indianola 27 Waukee 27 Ames 27 Marshalltown

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Data sources: Weather forecast from ECMWF (IFS & CAMS models). AQI calculated using US EPA standard. Updated 2026-10-21T01:07 UTC.