What is the air quality in New Orleans today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in New Orleans is 22 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 5.25 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in New Orleans right now?

The current temperature in New Orleans is 20.5°C (feels like 20.5°C). Humidity is 41.9% and wind speed is 39.8 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in New Orleans?

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

Air Quality in New Orleans, United States

Clear

20.5°C · 41.9% humidity

20.5°

Feels 20.5°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

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Air Quality Index Trend

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

41.9%

Humidity

39.8 km/h

Wind N

1019.8 hPa

Pressure

0.0

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5

5.25 µg/m³

PM10▲

27.4 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for New Orleans?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

32h · 2 stations

PM2.55.25 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1027.4 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.0

Low

Station readings (4 stations within 25 km)

5.25

Median

5.65

Average

4.3

Low

8.2

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 13.5 · Bias: +8.2

What is the 7-day forecast for New Orleans?

10-20

23.8° 12.9°

10-21

22.2° 19.0°

19.69 mm

10-22

23.0° 19.5°

2.38 mm

10-23

23.3° 17.7°

3.56 mm

10-24

23.9° 20.3°

7.88 mm

10-25

24.4° 15.9°

10-26

24.7° 12.9°

0.06 mm

Both models agree Avg diff: 3.1°C

Where are air quality stations near New Orleans?

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1.3 km 35.0°C 70.0% RH PM2.5: 9.0 µg/m³ PM10: 9.0 µg/m³

Chalmette Vista site, Louisiana, USA

9.6 km PM2.5: 5.3 µg/m³

Chalmette Vista site, Louisiana, USA

9.6 km PM2.5: 4.8 µg/m³

Kenner site, Louisiana, USA

21.3 km PM2.5: 8.2 µg/m³

Kenner site, Louisiana, USA

21.3 km PM2.5: 4.3 µg/m³

Kenner site, Louisiana, USA

21.3 km PM2.5: 8.2 µg/m³

What cities are near New Orleans?

21 Gretna 22 Harvey 21 Terrytown 22 Marrero 24 Metairie 25 Metairie Terrace 21 Chalmette 21 Estelle 26 Kenner 26 Laplace

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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.