Hamilton, Montana Air Quality

Hamilton has a median AQI of 19, earning an air quality grade of A+ — excellent air quality that ranks better than 95% of US cities. Air quality has been improving steadily over the past decade, a positive sign for residents. Particulate matter (PM2.5) is the primary concern, often linked to vehicle traffic, industrial activity, and wildfire smoke. In 2025, Hamilton recorded 142 good air quality days (82% of monitored days).

Population: 5,101 • County: Ravalli

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Quick Facts

Current AQI9Good
Air Quality GradeA+
Median AQI (2025)19
vs. U.S. CitiesBetter than 95%
Primary PollutantPM2.5
Unhealthy Days/Year0
10-Year Trend↑ Improving
Data SourceEPA AirNow

Health Recommendation

Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

It's a great day to be active outside!

5-Day AQI Forecast

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Last 30 Days

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Current Pollutant Levels

PM2.5
9
Good

Real-time data from EPA AirNow

AQI Trend (10 Years)

Air Quality Days by Year

2025 Air Quality Summary

142
Good Days
32
Moderate Days
0
USG Days
0
Unhealthy Days
80
Max AQI
19
Median AQI

Primary Pollutant Days (2025)

PM2.5174 days

Days when each pollutant was the primary driver of AQI. Learn about pollutants →

Frequently Asked Questions About Hamilton Air Quality

What is the air quality in Hamilton today?

The current AQI in Hamilton is 9, which is rated "Good". Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

Is air quality in Hamilton getting better or worse?

Air quality in Hamilton has been improving over the past decade. The median AQI dropped from 34 in 2016 to 19 in 2025.

What is the most common air pollutant in Hamilton?

PM2.5 is the primary air pollutant in Hamilton, responsible for the most air quality-impacted days in 2025. Particulate matter can originate from vehicle exhaust, wildfires, and industrial emissions.

How many unhealthy air days does Hamilton have per year?

In 2025, Hamilton had 0 days when air quality was unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups (AQI above 100). There were 142 good days and 32 moderate days out of 174 days monitored.

What air quality grade does Hamilton receive?

Hamilton receives an air quality grade of A+, placing it better than 95% of US cities. This grade is based on a median AQI of 19 for 2025, derived from EPA monitoring data.

Air Quality Grade

A+

Better than 95% of US cities

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National Rankings

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Recommended Air Purifiers for Hamilton

Based on your area's air quality (median AQI: 19), we recommend these air purifiers to help protect your health indoors.

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