The highest AQ index in Alabama (as of 13:00 CST) is currently the Birmingham area. Particle Pollution (PM2.5) is measuring at 61 (Moderate). This means air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Over the next few days, the highest Particle Pollution (PM2.5) will be in the Birmingham area. It is forecasted to be Moderate, meaning air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Saturday-Monday: Surface high pressure will stretch across the area from the north over the weekend and will move eastward on Monday to be northeast of the area. Skies will be mostly sunny through Monday. Each morning there may be an inversion that develops and elevates PM2.5 concentrations through mid-morning. PM2.5 is expected to be in the yellow range through Monday. ML
| Range | 0 - 50 | 51 - 100 | 101 - 150 | 151 - 200 | 201 - 300 | 301 - 500 |
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| Category | Good | Moderate | Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups | Unhealthy | Very Unhealthy | Hazardous |
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Below is a list of counties in Alabama. Click on any county below and you'll get a list of cities where we provide AQ index forecasts.