Worst air pollution Wisconsin State Capitol - Madison, today and tomorrow

Today (9 August): Air quality in Wisconsin State Capitol is fair. AQI, NO2, and O3 are fair; PM2.5, PM10, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 7:00 AM (O3: 34.6/100).
Tomorrow (10 August 2026): Air quality in Wisconsin State Capitol is fair. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (NO2: 36.5/100). 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.

Madison's citywide air quality pattern extends to Wisconsin State Capitol, a domed capitol on an isthmus between two lakes, without a notably different local signature. As with most sublevel sites, the broader city trend is the best guide to typical conditions here.

Today - 9 August | Pollution peaks at 07:00

AQI:

Fair

34.6/100

PM2.5 (fine particles):

Good

7.4/100

PM10 (coarse particles):

Good

3.4/100

NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):

Fair

24.2/100

O3 (ozone):

Fair

34.6/100

SO2 (sulfur dioxide):

Good

2.3/100

CO (carbon monoxide):

Good

0.0/100

HCHO (formaldehyde):

Good

6.0/100

PM1 (ultrafine particles):

Good

8.2/100

Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day

Tomorrow - 10 August | Pollution peaks at 23:00

AQI:

Fair

36.5/100

PM2.5 (fine particles):

Good

10.3/100

PM10 (coarse particles):

Good

5.1/100

NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):

Fair

36.5/100

O3 (ozone):

Fair

31.1/100

SO2 (sulfur dioxide):

Good

2.2/100

CO (carbon monoxide):

Good

0.0/100

HCHO (formaldehyde):

Good

6.5/100

PM1 (ultrafine particles):

Good

9.0/100

Other Landmarks in Madison

Sports venues in Madison

Frequently Asked Questions

Is air quality bad in Wisconsin State Capitol right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall air quality in Wisconsin State Capitol is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 34.6/100. Pollution peaks around 7:00 AM (O3: 34.6/100).

Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Wisconsin State Capitol?

On 10 August 2026, air quality conditions in Wisconsin State Capitol will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at fair at 36.5/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (NO2: 36.5/100).

When is air pollution at its worst in Wisconsin State Capitol?

Conditions at Wisconsin State Capitol vary noticeably across the seasons. In short, spring and autumn tend to bring the cleanest, most stable air, whereas the hottest, most humid summer days bring the year's worst ozone readings. Calm, cold winter spells can occasionally allow local pollution to build up before the next weather system clears it.

Are air quality levels in Wisconsin State Capitol 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 United States?

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.