The inland setting means local environmental conditions are shaped more by urban density than coastal influences.
In line with average conditions across New York City
24-Hour AQI Trend
Pollutant Breakdown
Peer Comparison
In line with average conditions across New York City
Why Hell's Kitchen, New York City's Air Is What It Is
Hell's Kitchen, New York City sits in an inland urban setting where local environmental conditions are shaped primarily by density and development patterns. Temperature swings between day and night can be more pronounced than in coastal areas.
Historical Context
Current AQI of 45 reflects recent monitoring data. Local conditions can shift with weather patterns, traffic volume, and seasonal factors.
24-Hour Hourly Forecast
Best window: 10:00 (AQI 43) · Peak AQI: 112 at 19:00
| Time | AQI | Temp (°F) | Humidity | Wind (mph) | PM2.5 | PM10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 56 | 158.7 | 48% | 5.8 | 9.1 | 9.9 |
| 01:00 | 54 | 157.8 | 46% | 4.4 | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| 02:00 | 53 | 157.6 | 48% | 4.8 | 10.7 | 11.1 |
| 03:00 | 51 | 155.7 | 51% | 4.8 | 12.1 | 12.7 |
| 04:00 | 50 | 152.2 | 56% | 2.8 | 12.5 | 13.4 |
| 05:00 | 49 | 149.4 | 64% | 2.3 | 11.3 | 12.1 |
| 06:00 | 48 | 147.7 | 64% | 2.5 | 10.1 | 10.7 |
| 07:00 | 46 | 153.5 | 69% | 2.4 | 9.7 | 10.2 |
| 08:00 | 44 | 158.2 | 69% | 4.6 | 9.1 | 9.6 |
| 09:00 | 44 | 164.5 | 65% | 5.3 | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| 10:00 | 43 | 168.6 | 63% | 3.9 | 8.9 | 9.4 |
| 11:00 | 44 | 175.3 | 54% | 3.0 | 8.6 | 9.3 |
| 12:00 | 44 | 182.7 | 39% | 2.5 | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| 13:00 | 45 | 187.7 | 32% | 4.7 | 7.3 | 7.7 |
| 14:00 | 50 | 190.4 | 29% | 5.5 | 6.8 | 7.2 |
| 15:00 | 68 | 194.0 | 24% | 6.7 | 6.3 | 7.0 |
| 16:00 | 85 | 187.9 | 37% | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.9 |
| 17:00 | 100 | 183.6 | 45% | 5.8 | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| 18:00 | 109 | 179.1 | 48% | 5.8 | 9.2 | 10.4 |
| 19:00 | 112 | 173.3 | 53% | 5.2 | 12.1 | 13.2 |
| 20:00 | 106 | 165.7 | 57% | 4.2 | 15.1 | 16.1 |
| 21:00 | 94 | 160.7 | 61% | 3.2 | 17.5 | 18.6 |
| 22:00 | 76 | 157.8 | 65% | 1.9 | 20.1 | 21.1 |
| 23:00 | 53 | 155.5 | 68% | 1.9 | 22.4 | 23.5 |
Air quality is forecast to be good for most of the day. Great time for outdoor activities!
Hell's Kitchen, New York City's 24-hour air quality forecast shows clear patterns. The best conditions occur during 10:00 (AQI 43) (low: 43 at 10:00). The least favorable conditions are during 19:00 (AQI 112) (peak: 112 at 19:00). A general consideration: the forecast for Hell's Kitchen, New York City is one of several tools available for planning outdoor activities. Air quality is forecast to be good for most of the day. Great time for outdoor activities! Combining forecast data with personal observation and real-time readings provides the most complete picture.