We all share the air.
Let's make it better.
The air we breathe should be clean and safe. We all need to do our part to keep it that way. AirQKC provides information that you can use to help keep our air clean.
Current Air Quality
Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) for the Kansas City area based on the primary pollutant (ozone or PM2.5) reading.
What's in the air?
In Kansas City, our air quality is primarily affected by ozone emissions and fine particulate matter (PM2.5).
Kansas City regional air quality map
AirNow is a helpful resource to view near real-time air quality conditions in an interactive map. The map will display air quality monitor locations and concentrations for ozone and particulate matter (2.5 and 10). AirNow also produces a Fire and Smoke Map which is available in English and Spanish.
Air quality and health
Cleaner air. Healthier lives.
The air we breathe has a direct effect on our health, influencing everything from respiratory conditions to heart disease and overall well-being. Poor air quality—caused by pollutants like chemicals, smoke, and dust—can trigger allergies, aggravate asthma and increase the risk of chronic illnesses. Understanding air quality and taking steps to minimize exposure can significantly improve health outcomes.
Learn more about how air quality affects your health and ways to protect yourself