Worst air pollution Vadsø kommune, today and tomorrow
Today (9 August): Air quality in Vadsø kommune is good. AQI, PM2.5, PM10, NO2, O3, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 1:00 PM (O3: 17.2/100).
Tomorrow (10 August 2026): Air quality in Vadsø kommune is good. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 9:00 PM (O3: 16.3/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
Get the full experience in the Airmine app.
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Follow your pollen exposure and performance with the free Airmine–Strava integration. See your pollen and air quality exposure for every Strava activity.
Vadsø kommune benefits from its exceptional Arctic Varangerfjord coastal position — the Finnmark administrative centre — with consistent Arctic fjord and Norwegian Sea breezes providing reliable ventilation. Light vehicle traffic and the government and services corridor contribute modest local sources, while the outstanding Arctic coastal exposure generally maintains good to moderate conditions throughout most of the year.
Today - 9 August | Pollution peaks at 13:00
AQI:
Good
17.2/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
1.9/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
0.6/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
0/100
O3 (ozone):
Good
17.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
0/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
1.1/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
2.1/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 10 August | Pollution peaks at 21:00
AQI:
Good
16.3/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
2.6/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
1.0/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
0/100
O3 (ozone):
Good
16.3/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
0/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
0.8/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
1.5/100
Pollen forecast in Vadsø kommune
View pollen forecastFrequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Vadsø kommune right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall air quality in Vadsø kommune is good. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 17.2/100. Pollution peaks around 1:00 PM (O3: 17.2/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Vadsø kommune?
On 10 August 2026, air quality conditions in Vadsø kommune will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at good at 16.3/100. Pollution peaks around 9:00 PM (O3: 16.3/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Vadsø kommune?
Air quality in Vadsø kommune is least favourable when heavy commuter traffic coincides with calm winter weather, when the long polar night leaves little daytime warming to break up still air. Extended daylight and generally clean Arctic air mean conditions bounce back quickly. For the rest of the year, Vadsø kommune typically sees consistently good air quality.
Are air quality levels in Vadsø kommune 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.
Why doesn’t the forecast always reflect wildfire impacts?
Airmine’s forecast uses CAMS (Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service) as its background atmospheric model. While CAMS includes wildfire emissions, these are derived from satellite observations and are not available in real time. During rapidly evolving wildfire events, there may therefore be a delay before increased emissions are incorporated into the model. As a result, the forecast may temporarily underestimate PM₂.₅ and other pollutants associated with wildfire smoke.
During rapidly evolving wildfire events, CAMS may lag by approximately 1–2 days before increased wildfire emissions are fully represented, which can lead to temporary underestimation of PM₂.₅ concentrations in Airmine’s forecast.
Want to see air quality forecasts for other cities in Norway?
Check air quality in other popular cities:
Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This forecast is produced independently using Airmine's own atmospheric data and models.
Unless explicitly made clear, the content on this site has not been paid for by external organisations and is Airmine's sole responsibility.
Disclaimer: Forecasts are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Actual pollen and air quality conditions may vary from the forecast. If you have allergies, asthma, or another medical condition, consult a healthcare professional. Please see our Terms of Service for important information about limitations of liability.
Get the full experience in the Airmine app.