Nanaimo - Air Quality Health Index

Observed ConditionsFootnote †

  • Past 24 hr
    • Calculated at: 5:00 AM PST Wednesday 8 January 2025

    1Low Risk




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    Low Risk
    (1-3)

    Moderate Risk
    (4-6)

    High Risk
    (7-10)

    Very High Risk



    At-Risk Population:

    General Population:

    • Ideal air quality for outdoor activities.

    Forecast Maximums

  • Next 24 hr
  • Health Message
    • Issued at: 6:00 AM PST Wednesday 8 January 2025

    Wednesday

    2 - Low Risk

    Wednesday night

    2 - Low Risk

    Thursday

    2 - Low Risk

    Thursday night

    2 - 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, your physician, or your local health authority.

    Visit the national AQHI Web site to learn more about the AQHI.

    Did you know...?

    You should limit the use of toxic paints, paint removers, stains, varnishes, waxes, glues, adhesives and cleaners on days when the air quality is high risk.


    The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, the B.C. Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services and the B.C. Lung Association.