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Long-term air quality

What this page tells you

This page combines annual PM2.5, unhealthy days, 5-year trend, and data coverage so you can compare long-term air quality, not just today's reading.

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Note: Provo does not have its own EPA monitor, so this page relies on the nearest monitor in Spanish Fork, 8.2 miles away.
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Provo, UT air quality summary: Provo, UT, holds a clean air score of 82 and a grade of B. The city's PM2.5 annual mean is 6.2 micrograms per cubic meter. Provo records a PM2.5 annual mean of 6.2, which is considered a moderate or acceptable level for long-term exposure. Long-term air quality in Provo has been worsening over recent years.

Clean Air Score

82
Grade B

A score of 82 indicates a generally high level of air quality for most of the year. The grade of B reflects annual particulate averages that are kept at healthy levels for the long-term population.

🏡 What This Means for Buying

Provo's air quality is a positive consideration for long-term residency. Homebuyers should monitor seasonal variations in regional air patterns as part of their comprehensive environmental assessment.

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Indoor Air Quality in Provo, UT

Outdoor pollution can still affect indoor air when windows are open, filtration is weak, or wildfire smoke moves in.

How to react when today's AQI changes

Use the AQI bands below to decide whether to open windows, run an air purifier, or stay indoors when pollution spikes in Provo.

AQI 0-50

Good

Open windows: Open windows if you want fresh air.

Air purifier: No purifier needed for most homes.

Indoor activity: Normal indoor activity is fine.

AQI 51-100

Moderate

Open windows: Sensitive groups should limit open-window time.

Air purifier: Use fans or filtration if dust or pollen is bothering you.

Indoor activity: Most people can stay active indoors.

AQI 101-150

Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Open windows: Keep windows closed.

Air purifier: Run a HEPA purifier in the main room and bedroom.

Indoor activity: Sensitive groups should reduce outdoor exposure.

AQI 151+

Unhealthy

Open windows: Keep windows and doors closed.

Air purifier: Run HEPA continuously and seal obvious drafts.

Indoor activity: Stay indoors as much as possible; use an N95 if you must go out.

Common indoor air concerns in Provo:

  • Seasonal pollen and dust mite allergens
  • VOCs from household products

Recommended action: If today's AQI reaches 101 or higher, close windows and run HEPA filtration before indoor air starts to feel smoky or stale.

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🩺 My Health Risk Assessment

See how Provo's air quality affects you and your family specifically.

Current Risk Level
Low Risk
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Health Advice

Enjoy the outdoors! Air quality is great.

Est. Annual "Risky Days" for you: ~0 days/year

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🏡 Property Value Impact Analysis

Estimated Impact (5-Year)
Concern Signal
-2.4% theoretical value retention

Between 2019 and 2024, Provo's air quality worsened by 0.6 μg/m³. Based on NBER studies, this change correlates with a estimated 2.4% decrease in relative property value retention.

* Methodology: Comparison based on National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) Working Paper 15655 correlation between PM2.5 reduction and housing prices. This is a theoretical estimate for informational purposes only.
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Annual PM2.5
6.2 μg/m³
WHO Target: <5.0
Good Days
100.0 %
% days AQI < 100
5-Year Trend
Worsening
↓ Worsening
Long-term direction
Extreme Days
0 days/yr
Days AQI > 150 (Est.)

Why Provo earned a 82

Raw inputs, scoring weights, and data coverage for this city.

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Annual Air Quality
6.2 μg/m³
Component score 82.9 × 40% = 33.2 points
Unhealthy Days
0 days/yr est.
0% of days above AQI 100. Component score 100 × 25% = 25.0 points
5-Year Trend
Worsening
Component score 47 × 20% = 9.4 points
Seasonal Variability
88.8
Higher means steadier month-to-month air. Weighted contribution: 8.9 points
Extreme Events
100
Captures severe pollution spikes. Weighted contribution: 5.0 points
Coverage & Monitoring
100%
Proxy monitor: Spanish Fork (8.2 miles away)
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📅 Past 30 Days Trend

Real-time daily PM2.5 AQI

Live Data

Score Breakdown

Component Weight Score Contribution
Annual Air Quality 40% 82.9
Unhealthy Days 25% 100
5-Year Trend 20% 47
Seasonal Variability 10% 88.8
Extreme Events 5% 100

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often is this air quality data updated? Our historical trend models and annual rankings are updated regularly based on official EPA data to ensure reports reflect the latest available long-term trends.
What sources does CleanAirData use? We rely strictly on official U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitoring station data for all historical air quality scoring and reports.
Data sourced from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) — See our methodology

About This Data

Data Sources

Historical air quality mapping and scoring are based completely on official U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) AirNow API data. 5-day AQI forecasts are provided by WAQI.

Methodology

Our Clean Air Score (0-100) is a proprietary algorithm that weighs multiple factors:

  • Annual PM2.5 averages (40%)
  • Frequency of unhealthy days (25%)
  • 5-year pollution trends (20%)
  • Seasonal variability and extreme events (15%)

Updates & Accuracy

Real-time data is updated hourly. Historical aggregate scores are recalculated monthly to reflect the latest trends. While we strive for accuracy, sensor maintenance and local conditions can affect individual readings.

Practical Advice

When AQI > 100: Sensitive groups (children, elderly, asthmatics) should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
When AQI > 150: Everyone should avoid outdoor exercise and keep windows closed.

Data provided for informational purposes only. Always consult local health officials during extreme smoke or pollution events.

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Provo Air Quality FAQs

Is Provo a good fit for people who care about long-term air quality?

Provo is a suitable choice with a clean air score of 82 and a grade of B. Its PM2.5 annual mean of 6.2 indicates relatively low chronic pollution levels.

How often does Provo experience unhealthy air days?

Provo maintains an unhealthy air day frequency of 0%, which supports its grade of B. This suggests that acute pollution events are rare for the area.

Is air quality in Provo improving or getting worse over time?

Air quality in Provo has shown a worsening trend in recent years, despite its currently strong score and grade.

Does air quality vary across different parts of Provo?

Air quality in Provo can be affected by local geography, traffic, and industrial location. These factors can create localized variations in air quality that might differ from city-wide averages.