Daily air tracker
El Paso air quality
El Paso region air can swing fast with border traffic, marine layer and inland heat. Here's today's reading and what to do about it.
Updated daily
El Paso air quality & pollen
Live U.S. AQI for the El Paso with particulate readings, the next 24-hour peak, and what it means for your day.
Why the El Paso region differs
Idling traffic at Paso del Norte and Ysleta–Zaragoza plus the I-10/US-54 corridors push particulate levels above the county average on still days.
Best air of the day
Mornings before 9 AM usually have the lowest ozone — the sweet spot for walking local trails; check current air quality first.
Wildfire season
During Santa Ana events, AQI can jump 100+ points in hours. Check before outdoor sports practice.