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Environmental & Demographic Profile — Buffalo, NY (14201)

Postal region 14201 covers Buffalo, NY within Erie County. With an estimated population of 12,545 residents and a population density of 4,397.5 people/sq mi, local atmospheric dynamics are regularly evaluated. Located in the America/New_York time zone, live monitoring tracks real-time shifts in ambient conditions.

Buffalo operates within a densely populated urban community. High-density vehicle activity and commercial transport in this sector increase sensitivity to stagnant air events and localized nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) emissions.

Geographic & Administrative Details

  • County: Erie County
  • Coordinates: 42.8971, -78.8875
  • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Associated Regions: Erie

Frequently Asked Questions About Buffalo Air Quality

What is the primary air pollutant in Buffalo, NY?

Primary pollutants monitored in Buffalo include Fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5), Coarse Particulate Matter (PM10), Ground-level Ozone (O₃), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂), and Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂).

Is it safe to exercise outdoors today in Buffalo (14201)?

Safety depends on the live Air Quality Index (AQI). An index between 0 and 50 represents ideal conditions. If readings rise above 100, sensitive individuals should reduce outdoor exertion.

How often is air quality data updated for ZIP code 14201?

Telemetry feeds and station observations update live via atmospheric tracking models.

How Weather Data is Calculated

Weather measurements on AQIFinder.com are computed via high-resolution numerical weather prediction models and meteorological station observations provided directly through open API data sources.

1. Temperature & Atmospheric Physics

Air temperature measurements are recorded in degrees Celsius (°C). Sensors utilize radiation shields to filter interference from solar reflection, guaranteeing precise ambient readings.

2. Integration with Air Quality (AQI)

Atmospheric dynamics like boundary layer height, temperature inversions, and local wind fields directly determine particulate dispersal (PM2.5 / PM10) and chemical pollutant behavior.