Yellowknife - Air Quality Health Index

Observed ConditionsFootnote †

  • Past 24 hr
    • Calculated at: 3:00 AM MST 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 MST 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, or your physician.

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

    Did you know...?

    You may want to think about using clean, low-impact renewable sources of energy in your home and cleaner fuel for your vehicle.


    The AQHI is an initiative between Environment Canada, Health Canada and the Government of the Northwest Territories Departments of Environment and Climate Change and Health and Social Services.