What is the air quality in New Bedford today?

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

What is the temperature in New Bedford right now?

The current temperature in New Bedford is 15.9°C (feels like 15.9°C). Humidity is 41.4% and wind speed is 37.0 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in New Bedford?

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

Air Quality in New Bedford, United States

Clear

15.9°C · 41.4% humidity

15.9°

Feels 15.9°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

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Air Quality Index Trend

45h · 4 stn

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

41.4%

Humidity

37.0 km/h

Wind W

1021.4 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 New Bedford?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

45h · 4 stations

PM2.56.5 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.0

Low

Station readings (2 stations within 25 km)

6.5

Median

6.5

Average

6.5

Low

6.5

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 5.8 · Bias: -0.7

What is the 7-day forecast for New Bedford?

10-20

15.9° 6.6°

9.25 mm

10-21

21.2° 5.8°

10-22

17.8° 6.3°

0.06 mm

10-23

15.9° 4.6°

10-24

11.6° 8.5°

0.06 mm

10-25

20.3° 9.0°

13.5 mm

10-26

11.5° 6.4°

2.0 mm

Both models agree Avg diff: 4.5°C

Where are air quality stations near New Bedford?

Fall River

20.8 km PM2.5: 6.5 µg/m³

Fall River

20.8 km PM2.5: 6.5 µg/m³

What cities are near New Bedford?

27 Fairhaven 27 Fall River 28 Somerset 28 Swansea 29 Middleborough 29 Taunton 28 Barrington 28 Warwick 29 East Providence 31 Norton

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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 2026-10-20T20:06 UTC.