Medicine Hat - Air Quality Health Index
Calculated at: 11:00 PM MDT Wednesday 18 March 2026
2Low Risk
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
+
Moderate Risk
(4-6)
High Risk
(7-10)
Very High Risk
At-Risk Population:
- Enjoy your usual outdoor activities.
- Find out if you are at risk
General Population:
- Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.
Issued at: 5:00 PM MDT Wednesday 18 March 2026
Wednesday night
3
- Low Risk
Thursday
3
- Low Risk
Thursday night
3
- Low Risk
Friday
3
- Low Risk
Who is at risk?
People with heart and lung conditions are most affected by air pollution.
To find out if you are at risk, consult the health guide, or your physician.
Visit the national AQHI Web site to learn more about the AQHI.
Did you know...?
If you have heart problems or difficulty breathing, you should monitor your symptoms closely as the index reading rises.
The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services.
