Metro Vancouver - SW - Air Quality Health Index

Observed ConditionsFootnote †

  • Past 24 hr
    • Calculated at: 4:00 AM PST Saturday 6 December 2025

    2Low 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: 5:00 PM PST Friday 5 December 2025

    Friday night

    2 - Low Risk

    Saturday

    2 - Low Risk

    Saturday night

    2 - Low Risk

    Sunday

    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...?

    Air pollution triggers respiratory diseases like asthma in tens of thousands of Canadians.


    The AQHI is an initiative of Environment Canada, Health Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Parks, the B.C. Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport, the B.C. Ministry of Health Services, Metro Vancouver and the B.C. Lung Association.