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Download CMAQ

CMAQ is a Linux-based model that requires significant computational resources and specific system configurations to run. While there are no precompiled executables for CMAQ, the sections below are designed to help both new and veteran CMAQ users download, compile and run the model. Users can access and download the newest CMAQ model code, read the updates for the latest version, download test cases or utilize the resources to assist in operating CMAQ. 


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Model Source Code 

Access CMAQ source code, step-by-step instructions for downloading the CMAQ base model, and guidance on building the two-way CMAQ system.


 

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Documentation

Find the release notes for recent versions of the model system, a CMAQ User's Guide, and helpful tutorials on common tasks.


 
 

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Resources/Utilities for Model Users

Utilize the CMAS Center's help desk and training courses. Browse software programs for preparing CMAQ inputs as well as evaluating and visualizing CMAQ outputs.

Community Multiscale Air Quality Modeling System (CMAQ)

  • Learn About CMAQ
    • CMAQ's Purpose
    • CMAQ 25th Anniversary
    • Overview of Science Processes
    • Browse CMAQ Applications
  • CMAQ Models
    • CMAQ-ISAM
    • CMAQ-DDM-3D
    • WRF-CMAQ
    • MPAS-CMAQ
  • Download CMAQ
    • Model Source Code
    • Documentation
    • Resources/Utilities for Model Users
  • CMAQ Research
    • Research Highlights
    • CRACMM
    • How to Cite CMAQ
    • Publications and Peer Review
  • CMAQ Community
    • CMAQ User Community
    • Opportunities for Collaboration
    • CMAQ Webinars
    • CMAQ Community Survey Results
  • Download Data
    • Download CMAQ data
    • Test Cases
    • EPA'S Air Quality Time Series (EQUATES) Project
  • About Us
  • Frequent Questions
Contact Us about the Community Multiscale Air Quality Modeling System
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Last updated on April 11, 2025
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