Smog in Winnipeg — Live Data: AQI, Fine Dust, Wind, UV and Health Advice

Pollution and air quality forecast for Winnipeg. Today is Thursday, August 27, 2026. The following air pollution values have been recorded for Winnipeg:

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 5 (Good)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 5 (Good)
3. ozone (O3) - 53 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 6 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 1 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 266 (Good)

Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) for Winnipeg, Wednesday, August 26, 2026: 1.

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Winnipeg? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 5 (Good) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Winnipeg in the last 7 days was: 17 (Wednesday, August 19, 2026) and the lowest: 5 (Sunday, August 23, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Winnipeg? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Winnipeg is: 5 (Good)

How is the O3 level today in Winnipeg? (ozone (O3))
53 (Good)

How high is the level of NO2? (nitrogen dioxide (NO2))
6 (Good)

What is the level of SO2 pollution? (sulfur dioxide (SO2))
1 (Good)

How high is the CO level? (carbon monoxide (CO))
266 (Good)

Current data Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM

Winnipeg

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Canada

16-day weather forecast for Canada: today around 22°C (rain), lows near 15°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. Strong wind (about 21 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Canada

The UV index in Canada today is 5.2 (moderate) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 40 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Winnipeg — compare nearby locations.

• ChicagoUnited States 10 µg/m³
• Edmonton 7 µg/m³
• Calgary 8 µg/m³
• Toronto 7 µg/m³
• Montréal 11 µg/m³
• Vancouver 10 µg/m³
• Ottawa 6 µg/m³
• Mississauga 7 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Winnipeg today?

The current average PM2.5 across Winnipeg is about 5 µg/m³, rated “Good”. Air quality is good — outdoor activities are fine for everyone.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Winnipeg?

Right now PM2.5 in Winnipeg averages about 5 µg/m³ (“Good”). PM2.5 are fine particles small enough to reach the lungs and bloodstream.

Which day last week had the worst air in Winnipeg?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Winnipeg was recorded on Wednesday, August 19 (about 17 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Winnipeg today?

The UV index in Winnipeg today is 5.2 (moderate) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 40 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Winnipeg?

Strong wind (about 21 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

How is air quality measured?

Air quality here is based on PM2.5 — the concentration of fine particulate matter in µg/m³. Lower values mean cleaner air. Data is updated daily from Open-Meteo.