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 Manhattan, New York City's Air Is What It Is
Manhattan, 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 | 158.9 | 48% | 5.8 | 9.1 | 9.9 |
| 01:00 | 54 | 158.0 | 46% | 4.4 | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| 02:00 | 53 | 157.8 | 48% | 4.8 | 10.7 | 11.1 |
| 03:00 | 51 | 155.8 | 51% | 4.8 | 12.1 | 12.7 |
| 04:00 | 50 | 152.4 | 56% | 2.8 | 12.5 | 13.4 |
| 05:00 | 49 | 149.5 | 64% | 2.3 | 11.3 | 12.1 |
| 06:00 | 48 | 147.9 | 64% | 2.5 | 10.1 | 10.7 |
| 07:00 | 46 | 153.7 | 69% | 2.4 | 9.7 | 10.2 |
| 08:00 | 44 | 158.4 | 69% | 4.6 | 9.1 | 9.6 |
| 09:00 | 44 | 164.7 | 65% | 5.3 | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| 10:00 | 43 | 168.8 | 63% | 3.9 | 8.9 | 9.4 |
| 11:00 | 44 | 175.5 | 54% | 3.0 | 8.6 | 9.3 |
| 12:00 | 44 | 182.8 | 39% | 2.5 | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| 13:00 | 45 | 187.9 | 32% | 4.7 | 7.3 | 7.7 |
| 14:00 | 50 | 190.6 | 29% | 5.5 | 6.8 | 7.2 |
| 15:00 | 68 | 194.2 | 24% | 6.7 | 6.3 | 7.0 |
| 16:00 | 85 | 188.1 | 37% | 6.3 | 7.1 | 7.9 |
| 17:00 | 100 | 183.7 | 45% | 5.8 | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| 18:00 | 109 | 179.2 | 48% | 5.8 | 9.2 | 10.4 |
| 19:00 | 112 | 173.5 | 53% | 5.2 | 12.1 | 13.2 |
| 20:00 | 106 | 165.9 | 57% | 4.2 | 15.1 | 16.1 |
| 21:00 | 94 | 160.9 | 61% | 3.2 | 17.5 | 18.6 |
| 22:00 | 76 | 158.0 | 65% | 1.9 | 20.1 | 21.1 |
| 23:00 | 53 | 155.7 | 68% | 1.9 | 22.4 | 23.5 |
Air quality is forecast to be good for most of the day. Great time for outdoor activities!
For those in Manhattan, New York City who exercise outdoors, the forecast provides essential timing information. The optimal window is 10:00 (AQI 43) with AQI as low as 43 at 10:00. The most challenging period is 19:00 (AQI 112) when AQI peaks at 112 at 19:00. For those new to Manhattan, New York City, learning how local conditions align with forecasts can take time. Air quality is forecast to be good for most of the day. Great time for outdoor activities! Keeping a personal log of forecast accuracy in 10018 may help develop a better understanding of local patterns.