What is the air quality in Independence today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Independence is 15 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 3.56 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Independence right now?

The current temperature in Independence is 11.3°C (feels like 11.3°C). Humidity is 81.0% and wind speed is 28.1 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Independence?

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities. The UV Index is 0.7 (Low).

Air Quality in Independence, United States

Cloudy

11.3°C · 81.0% humidity

11.3°

Feels 11.3°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

2 stations

Nearby Monitoring Stations

AQI Forecast

25 12am

15 3am

23 6am

24 9am

25 12pm

25 3pm

25 6pm

25 9pm

Air Quality Index Trend

47h · 2 stn

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Independence's air quality is primarily affected by vehicle emissions and industrial activity. Seasonal wildfire smoke and weather patterns can cause periodic air quality deterioration.

81.0%

Humidity

28.1 km/h

Wind W

1011.8 hPa

Pressure

0.7

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5▲

3.56 µg/m³

PM10

13.7 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Independence?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

47h · 2 stations

PM2.53.56 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.7

Low

Station readings (2 stations within 25 km)

3.56

Median

3.5

Average

3.4

Low

3.6

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 5.9 · Bias: +2.3

What is the 7-day forecast for Independence?

06-09

25.5° 11.3°

1.5 mm

06-10

26.1° 20.5°

5.0 mm

06-11

25.8° 12.5°

5.38 mm

06-12

32.0° 18.4°

2.38 mm

06-13

28.8° 20.3°

2.19 mm

06-14

26.3° 16.2°

0.94 mm

06-15

33.8° 19.9°

Both models agree Avg diff: 3.6°C

Where are air quality stations near Independence?

Nku, Kentucky, USA

10.6 km PM2.5: 2.9 µg/m³

What cities are near Independence?

16 Erlanger 15 Covington 15 Fort Thomas 15 Newport 17 Burlington 15 Cincinnati 15 Norwood 18 White Oak 18 Forest Park 19 Fairfield

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Data sources: AQI from ground-level monitoring stations via AQICN. Weather forecast from ECMWF (IFS & CAMS models). AQI calculated using US EPA standard. Updated 2026-06-09T07:42 UTC.