Worst air pollution Winton, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Winton is good. AQI, PM2.5, PM10, NO2, O3, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 3:00 PM (O3: 16.9/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Winton is good. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 3:00 PM (O3: 17.9/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Winton, known for its dinosaur trackway heritage in outback central Queensland, lies in classic dust storm country, where strong winds sweeping across dry, exposed plains can periodically reduce visibility and air quality, particularly during prolonged dry spells. The town's remote, semi-arid climate brings very low humidity and dramatic day-to-night temperature swings. Minimal local industry and traffic mean there is little ongoing pollution source beyond these natural dust events. Outside dust storms, Winton's isolation and sparse surrounding population generally support exceptionally clean air.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 15:00
AQI:
Good
16.9/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
2.9/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
1.0/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
7.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Good
16.9/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
4.5/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
1.0/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
2.3/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 15:00
AQI:
Good
17.9/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
6.1/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
2.2/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
8.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Good
17.9/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
9.4/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
1.4/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
4.5/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Winton right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Winton is good. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 16.9/100. Pollution peaks around 3:00 PM (O3: 16.9/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Winton?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Winton will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at good at 17.9/100. Pollution peaks around 3:00 PM (O3: 17.9/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Winton?
Winton residents typically notice conditions worsen during windy, dry spells that whip up dust storms across the open country nearby. After decent rain, the extra grass growth tends to cure and become fire fuel later on. The rest of the year is otherwise good, so it's these months that call for caution.
Are air quality levels in Winton based on measurements or forecasts?
It is forecasts derived by downscaling forecasts provided by EU’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) by taking into account local conditions such as traffic patterns. CAMS bases its forecast on satellite measurements of particles and chemical compounds in the atmosphere. Airmine’s services were developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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