What is the air quality in Hays today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Hays is 26 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 6.25 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Hays right now?

The current temperature in Hays is 20.6°C (feels like 20.6°C). Humidity is 62.2% and wind speed is 78.2 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Hays?

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities. The UV Index is 12.9 (Extreme).

Air Quality in Hays, United States

Drizzle

20.6°C · 62.2% humidity

20.6°

Feels 20.6°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

Model forecast

Nearby Monitoring Stations

AQI Forecast

25 8am

26 11am

25 2pm

25 5pm

25 8pm

24 11pm

24 2am

24 5am

Air Quality Index Trend

22h · 1 stn

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

62.2%

Humidity

78.2 km/h

Wind NE

1019.2 hPa

Pressure

12.9

UV Extreme

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5▲

6.25 µg/m³

PM10

20.55 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Hays?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

22h · 1 station

PM2.56.25 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1020.55 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX12.9

Extreme

Both models agree Avg diff: 6.1°C

What cities are near Hays?

26 Great Bend 26 Dodge City 26 Salina 39 Hutchinson 39 Newton 26 Kearney 39 Junction City 47 Wichita 45 Derby 39 Manhattan

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Data sources: Weather forecast from ECMWF (IFS & CAMS models). AQI calculated using US EPA standard. Updated 2026-09-05T16:29 UTC.