What is the air quality in Ames today?

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

What is the temperature in Ames right now?

The current temperature in Ames is 7.8°C (feels like 2.3°C). Humidity is 39.0% and wind speed is 52.7 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Ames?

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

Air Quality in Ames, United States

Windy

7.8°C · 39.0% humidity

7.8°

Feels 2.3°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

Model forecast

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

39.0%

Humidity

52.7 km/h

Wind NE

1031.7 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 Ames?

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 Ames?

10-20

11.5° 2.7°

10-21

22.6° 10.1°

0.25 mm

10-22

14.9° 7.5°

10-23

11.3° 6.9°

0.06 mm

10-24

21.6° 10.5°

0.5 mm

10-25

12.9° 2.1°

0.25 mm

10-26

19.8° 0.7°

0.19 mm

Both models agree Avg diff: 5.5°C

What cities are near Ames?

27 Ankeny 27 Johnston 27 Altoona 27 Urbandale 27 Des Moines 27 Clive 27 West Des Moines 27 Waukee 27 Marshalltown 27 Fort Dodge

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Data sources: Weather forecast from ECMWF (IFS & CAMS models). AQI calculated using US EPA standard. Updated 2026-10-20T20:55 UTC.