Google map for Air Quality Index (AQI)
For trip planning during summer fire season in the western United States, it’s good to check if your planned adventure is maybe in an area with unhealthy levels of smoke. Here's a quick way to find out.
Do a Google search for “AQI map”
This should show a link to a Google map with the familiar interface, and a nice legend at the bottom, with specific readings at different locations.
Be sure and zoom in on the map to see more detail for your area.
Example screen grab from August 2023, zoomed out view of the Pacific Northwest.
Zoomed in view of Central Oregon. Notice the increased detail of different areas.
