What is the air quality in Lexington today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Lexington is 30 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 7.2 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Lexington right now?

The current temperature in Lexington is 17.6°C (feels like 17.6°C). Humidity is 32.7% and wind speed is 50.8 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Lexington?

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

Air Quality in Lexington, United States

Windy

17.6°C · 32.7% humidity

17.6°

Feels 17.6°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

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Air Quality Index Trend

37h · 1 stn

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

32.7%

Humidity

50.8 km/h

Wind SSW

1016.4 hPa

Pressure

0.0

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5▲

7.2 µg/m³

PM10

27.4 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Lexington?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

37h · 1 station

PM2.57.2 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1027.4 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.0

Low

Station readings (1 station within 25 km)

7.2

Median

7.2

Average

7.2

Low

7.2

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 13.5 · Bias: +6.3

What is the 7-day forecast for Lexington?

10-20

17.6° 0.4°

10-21

23.7° 8.9°

10-22

24.7° 7.7°

10-23

20.3° 3.5°

1.63 mm

10-24

21.1° 8.1°

10-25

16.1° 0.8°

10-26

23.1° 8.4°

1.5 mm

Both models agree Avg diff: 4.3°C

Where are air quality stations near Lexington?

Newtwn, Kentucky, USA

8.7 km PM2.5: 8.9 µg/m³

What cities are near Lexington?

30 Lexington-Fayette 30 Nicholasville 30 Georgetown 34 Winchester 30 Frankfort 33 Danville 29 Shelbyville 30 Jeffersontown 30 Fern Creek 28 Highview

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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 2026-10-20T20:05 UTC.