Laguna Woods, California Air Quality

Laguna Woods has a median AQI of 52, earning an air quality grade of B — good air quality that ranks better than 10% 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, Laguna Woods recorded 122 good air quality days (45% of monitored days) and 9 unhealthy days.

Population: 17,289 • County: Orange

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Quick Facts

Current AQI20Good
Air Quality GradeB
Median AQI (2025)52
vs. U.S. CitiesBetter than 10%
Primary PollutantPM2.5
Unhealthy Days/Year9
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

PM10
12
Good
PM2.5
20
Good

Real-time data from EPA AirNow

AQI Trend (10 Years)

Air Quality Days by Year

2025 Air Quality Summary

122
Good Days
143
Moderate Days
8
USG Days
1
Unhealthy Days
159
Max AQI
52
Median AQI

Primary Pollutant Days (2025)

PM2.5149 days
Ozone114 days
PM102 days
CO1 days
NO₂8 days

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Laguna Woods Air Quality

What is the air quality in Laguna Woods today?

The current AQI in Laguna Woods is 20, which is rated "Good". Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

Is air quality in Laguna Woods getting better or worse?

Air quality in Laguna Woods has been improving over the past decade. The median AQI dropped from 58 in 2016 to 52 in 2025.

What is the most common air pollutant in Laguna Woods?

PM2.5 is the primary air pollutant in Laguna Woods, 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 Laguna Woods have per year?

In 2025, Laguna Woods had 9 days when air quality was unhealthy or unhealthy for sensitive groups (AQI above 100). There were 122 good days and 143 moderate days out of 274 days monitored.

What air quality grade does Laguna Woods receive?

Laguna Woods receives an air quality grade of B, placing it better than 10% of US cities. This grade is based on a median AQI of 52 for 2025, derived from EPA monitoring data.

Air Quality Grade

B

Better than 10% of US cities

Protect Your Health

With a median AQI of 52, indoor air purification is recommended

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Recommended Air Purifiers for Laguna Woods

Based on your area's air quality (median AQI: 52), we recommend these air purifiers to help protect your health indoors.

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