Las Vegas Air Quality Reaches Unhealthy Levels with PM10 AQI of 157

Current Air Quality

On February 16, 2026, the air quality in the Las Vegas, NV reporting area reached a category of Unhealthy. The primary pollutant of concern is PM10, which recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) value of 157.

Other observed pollutants for the area include:

• PM2.5: 62 (Moderate)
• O3 (Ozone): 43 (Good)

What This Means

An AQI in the “Unhealthy” range (151-200) indicates that the air quality is concerning for the general public. At this level, members of the general public may begin to experience health effects, and members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.

Who Should Take Precautions

While the entire population may be affected by these conditions, the following groups are at a higher risk and should take extra care:

• People with heart or lung disease
• Older adults
• Children and teenagers

What You Should Do

To minimize health risks during this period, the following guidance is recommended:

• Everyone: Reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. Take more breaks and do less intense activities.
• Sensitive groups: Avoid prolonged or heavy exertion. Consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling them to a time when air quality has improved.

Source

Data provided by EPA AirNow.