What is the air quality in Washington Heights today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Washington Heights is 9 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 2.22 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Washington Heights right now?

The current temperature in Washington Heights is 21.8°C (feels like 21.8°C). Humidity is 40.8% and wind speed is 26.9 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Washington Heights?

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities. The UV Index is 4.4 (Moderate).

Air Quality in Washington Heights, United States

Clear

21.8°C · 40.8% humidity

21.8°

Feels 21.8°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

11 stations

Nearby Monitoring Stations

AQI Forecast Calibrated

5 2pm

9 5pm

7 8pm

6 11pm

5 2am

5 5am

5 8am

4 11am

Station readings

CAMS model adj -20

Air Quality Index Trend

47h · 1 stn

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

40.8%

Humidity

26.9 km/h

Wind SW

1019.0 hPa

Pressure

4.4

UV Moderate

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5

2.22 µg/m³

PM10▲

13.7 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Washington Heights?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

47h · 1 station

PM2.52.22 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX4.4

Moderate

Station readings (11 stations within 25 km)

2.22

Median

3.16

Average

0.7

Low

6.7

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 5.9 · Bias: +3.7

Both models agree Avg diff: 3.9°C

Where are air quality stations near Washington Heights?

Intermediate School 143, New York, USA

0.4 km PM2.5: 3.6 µg/m³

Intermediate School 143, New York, USA

0.4 km PM2.5: 3.4 µg/m³

Ft Lee Near Road, NewJersey, USA

2.6 km PM2.5: 8.9 µg/m³

Ft Lee Near Road, NewJersey, USA

2.6 km PM2.5: 3.8 µg/m³

Ft Lee Near Road, NewJersey, USA

2.6 km PM2.5: 7.4 µg/m³

The City College of New York, USA

3.5 km PM2.5: 4.1 µg/m³

I S 52 Junior High School, New York, USA

4.7 km PM2.5: 6.7 µg/m³

Intermediate School 74, New York, USA

5.7 km PM2.5: 3.1 µg/m³

Maspeth, New York, USA

14.1 km PM2.5: 3.1 µg/m³

Queens College, New York, USA

15.9 km PM2.5: 3.6 µg/m³

What cities are near Washington Heights?

10 Morris Heights 11 University Heights 12 Tremont 8 Fort Lee 12 Fordham 14 Morrisania 15 Melrose 13 East Tremont 11 Kings Bridge 14 Mott Haven

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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 2026-05-28T21:47 UTC.