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Yellowknife Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

Real-time PM2.5, PM10 air pollution level in Northwest Territories

Last Updated: 2025-05-31 09:54:34 PM (Local Time)

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Live AQI
156
Air Quality is
Unhealthy
pm10 :  83 µg/m³
PM2.5 :  63 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
300
Hazardous
301+
aqi unhealthy level in Yellowknife
overcast

14 °C

Overcast
Humidity
Humidity51 %

Wind Speed
Wind Speed8 km/h

UV Index
UV Index1
Last Updated: 2025-05-31 09:54:34 PM (Local Time)


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AQI Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada

Year
.
AQI


Annual AQI Trends

2020
16AQI
2021
18AQI
13%
Rise
2022
22AQI
22%
Rise
2023
51AQI
132%
Rise
2024
28AQI
-45%
Fall
2025
28AQI
0%
No Change
Overall Annual Percentage (%) change of AQI in (2020 to 2025)
24%
Rise (Worsened AQI)

Most & Least Polluted Months

Most PollutedSeptember, 2023124AQI

Least PollutedSeptember, 202111AQI

* This data analysis is from year 2020 - 2025

Yellowknife's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

Location
Status
AQI
PM2.5(µg/m³)
PM10(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Marina 1
Unhealthy
151
56
79
14
51
N Dilo 1
Unhealthy
154
60
76
14
51
Niven Lake 1
Unhealthy
160
68
88
14
51
Yellowknife
Unhealthy
160
68
88
14
51

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Health Advice For People Living In

Yellowknife

1.9Cigarettes per day

Cigarette
Weekly 13.3 Cigarettes
Monthly 57.0 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.9 cigarettes a day.

Source:

Berkeley Earth


Solutions for Current AQI

  • Air Purifier
    Air PurifierTurn On
  • Car Filter
    Car FilterMust
  • N95 Mask
    N95 MaskMust
  • Stay Indoor
    Stay IndoorMust


Must turn on the air purifier to enjoy fresh air.


Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Yellowknife

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  • heart due to air pollution in YellowknifeHeart Issues
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  • copd due to air pollution in YellowknifeChronic (COPD)
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High Chances of Asthma

Asthma

Risk of Asthma symptoms is High when AQI is Unhealthy (150-301)

Severe symptoms including intense wheezing, severe shortness of breath, significant chest tightness, and persistent coughing that may disrupt daily activities.

Do's :

  • Avoid going outside and keep windows closed to reduce exposure to pollutants.

  • Take prescribed medications as directed by your healthcare provider.

  • Maintain clean indoor air with air purifiers, especially in bedrooms and living areas.

Don'ts :

  • Smoke or expose yourself to secondhand smoke.

  • Engage in physical exertion outdoors.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

What is the current AQI level in Yellowknife?

The current real-time AQI level in Yellowknife is 156 (Unhealthy). This was last updated 2025-05-31 09:54:34 PM (Local Time).

When was the best AQI level in Yellowknife in the last 24 hours?

The best AQI level was 20 (Good) at 10:54 PM, May 30, 2025 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

When was the worst AQI level in Yellowknife in the last 24 hours?

The worst AQI level was 227 (Severe) at 5:09 PM, May 31, 2025 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

What is the current trend of AQI levels in Yellowknife during last 24 hours?

The AQI levels in Yellowknife have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 227 at 5:09 PM, May 31, 2025 (Local Time), lowest 20 at 10:54 PM, May 30, 2025 (Local Time).

What actions are recommended as per the current AQI level in Yellowknife?

Current AQI levels are unhealthy for everyone. It's advised to limit outdoor activities and consider using air purifiers indoors.