Nanaimo - Air Quality Health Index

Observed ConditionsFootnote †

  • Past 24 hr
    • Calculated at: 1:00 PM PDT Monday 4 May 2026

    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: 6:00 AM PDT Monday 4 May 2026

    Monday

    3 - Low Risk

    Monday night

    3 - Low Risk

    Tuesday

    3 - Low Risk

    Tuesday night

    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, your physician, or your local health authority.

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

    Did you know...?

    The poor and disadvantaged in our society may be more at risk as they often live in neighbourhoods close to major highways and industry.


    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 and the B.C. Lung Association.