Lemhi, Idaho Air Quality
Lemhi County, Idaho (ID)
↓ Improvingover 10 years
10-Year AQI Trend
The solid line shows the median AQI each year. The dashed line shows the 90th percentile (worst 10% of days). This area has seen measurable air quality improvement over the decade.
Air Quality Day Breakdown
Number of days per year in each EPA AQI category. Green = Good (AQI 0-50), Yellow = Moderate (51-100), Orange = Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (101-150), Red = Unhealthy or worse (151+).
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Median AQI | 90th Pct | Max AQI | Good Days | Moderate | Unhealthy+ | Pollutant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 32 | 63 | 119 | 251 | 110 | 2 | PM2.5 |
| 2022 | 44 | 92 | 212 | 199 | 136 | 30 | PM2.5 |
| 2021 | 47 | 83 | 172 | 188 | 157 | 20 | PM2.5 |
| 2020 | 46 | 80 | 168 | 194 | 160 | 11 | PM2.5 |
| 2019 | 31 | 72 | 133 | 237 | 119 | 4 | PM2.5 |
| 2018 | 38 | 74 | 121 | 225 | 132 | 3 | PM2.5 |
| 2017 | 37 | 98 | 193 | 214 | 113 | 31 | PM2.5 |
| 2016 | 51 | 97 | 160 | 182 | 153 | 29 | PM2.5 |
| 2015 | 51 | 91 | 267 | 176 | 154 | 25 | PM2.5 |
| 2014 | 52 | 83 | 157 | 171 | 160 | 17 | PM2.5 |
What This Means for Lemhi County Residents
Lemhi, Idaho has received an Air Quality Grade of B (69/100) based on a decade of monitoring data from the EPA's air quality monitoring program. The current median AQI of 32 falls in the "Good" range.
Encouragingly, air quality here has been improving, with the median AQI dropping by 20 points over the monitoring period. This trend suggests continued investment in emission controls and cleaner energy.
The primary pollutant affecting this area is Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5). Over the past 5 years, this area has averaged 13 unhealthy air quality days per year — days when sensitive groups (children, elderly, those with respiratory conditions) should limit outdoor activity. The American Lung Association's State of the Air report provides additional context on long-term health risks from air pollution exposure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lemhi, Idaho has a current median AQI of 32, which falls in the "Good" range. The area has received an Air Quality Grade of B (69/100) based on 10 years of EPA monitoring data.
Air quality in Lemhi, Idaho is improving over the past decade. The median AQI has changed by -20 points from 2014 to 2023.
Lemhi, Idaho averages 13 unhealthy air quality days per year over the past 5 years. On these days, sensitive groups including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions should limit outdoor activity.
The primary pollutant affecting Lemhi, Idaho is Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5). This is the dominant contributor to elevated AQI readings in the Lemhi County area.
Lemhi, Idaho averages 13 unhealthy air days per year. Asthma patients should monitor daily AQI readings and limit outdoor activity when AQI exceeds 100. The primary pollutant is Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5), which is a known asthma trigger.
With a median AQI of 32 (Good), outdoor exercise in Lemhi, Idaho is generally safe year-round. Lemhi, Idaho averages 13 days per year when athletes should move workouts indoors.