How is AQI Near Me calculated?

We calculate AQI near you using your location via GPS and match it with the closest air quality monitoring station data sourced from WAQI and CPCB. The AQI is based on pollutants like PM2.5, PM10, CO, NO₂, and O₃.

Is AQI data near me accurate?

Yes. We use real-time data from verified government and third-party sources, ensuring high accuracy for the closest monitoring stations.

What pollutants are included in the AQI?

The AQI includes PM2.5, PM10, NO₂, CO, O₃, SO₂, and UV Index readings depending on availability from your nearest station.

How often is the AQI near me updated?

AQI values are refreshed periodically depending on the source station (typically every few minutes to hourly). We fetch the latest available reading for the nearest station.

Is AQI near me the same as city-wide AQI?

Not always — AQI can vary across neighborhoods due to traffic, industry, construction and local weather. Our tool shows the nearest station's reading for best local accuracy.

What should I do if AQI is poor in my area?

Limit outdoor exertion, use masks if necessary, run indoor air filtration, and follow local health advisories. See our full safety tips on the linked page.

AQI Near Me - Live Air Quality Index Near Your Location

Nearest AQI Station Details

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🧪 What Do These Pollutants Mean?

🌫 PM2.5 (Fine Particulate Matter)

Microscopic particles less than 2.5 microns in diameter that can enter the lungs and bloodstream.
Health Effects: Worsens asthma, heart conditions, and respiratory issues.
Source: Vehicle exhaust, construction, burning biomass.

🌬 PM10 (Coarse Particulate Matter)

Larger airborne particles under 10 microns.
Health Effects: Irritates eyes, nose, throat; causes coughing and sneezing.
Source: Road dust, pollen, industries, construction.

💨 NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)

A reddish-brown gas primarily from burning fossil fuels.
Health Effects: Reduces lung function, triggers asthma, especially in children.
Source: Vehicle emissions, power plants, industrial activity.

🛢 CO (Carbon Monoxide)

A colorless, odorless gas from incomplete combustion.
Health Effects: Reduces oxygen delivery to vital organs; high levels can be fatal.
Source: Vehicles, stoves, wildfires.

☀️ O₃ (Ozone)

A secondary pollutant formed when sunlight reacts with NOx and VOCs.
Health Effects: Triggers chest pain, coughing, and reduces lung capacity.
Source: Photochemical reaction (sunlight + pollutants).

🏭 SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)

A pungent gas formed when sulfur-containing fuels are burned.
Health Effects: Irritates eyes, nose, throat; prolonged exposure harms lungs.
Source: Coal combustion, metal smelting, refineries.

🌞 UV Index

A measure of ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
Health Effects: High levels can cause sunburn and skin cancer.
Tip: Use sunscreen and avoid mid-day sun if index is high.

📍 Live AQI Near Me — Quick Summary

Real-time AQI near you is shown from the closest certified monitoring station. Use this page to see live PM2.5, PM10 and other pollutant levels for your exact location and get quick health guidance.

How we determine AQI near you

We match your browser GPS coordinates to the nearest government or WAQI station and compute the index using standard pollutant breakpoints (PM2.5, PM10, NO₂, O₃, CO, SO₂).

Updates are pulled in near real-time — refreshes depend on the source refresh interval.

Quick actions

If AQI ≤ 50 — safe for outdoor activities.
If AQI 101–200 — sensitive groups should limit exposure.
If AQI > 200 — avoid outdoor exertion; consider masks/air purifiers.

See full safety tips →

What the core numbers mean

Metric	What it is	Typical effect
PM2.5	Fine particles that penetrate deep into lungs	Asthma, cardio stress
PM10	Coarse dust and pollen	Irritation, coughing
NO₂ / O₃ / CO	Gases from traffic, industry & photochemical reactions	Respiratory issues, reduced lung function

🌆 Top 10 Most Polluted Cities Today

Rank	City	AQI	PM2.5	PM10	NO2	CO	O3	SO2	Last Updated
1	Kishanganj	170	170	0	8	12	16	0	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
2	Samastipur	156	156	128	1	0	9	25	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
3	Purnia	156	37	48	6	156	22	0	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
4	Chhapra	114	44	44	114	5	23	9	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
5	Gummidipoondi	109	107	109	8	0	0	24	Aug. 26, 2025, 2 p.m.
6	Dholpur	108	95	108	4	11	11	3	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
7	Thoothukudi	101	0	101	23	20	8	7	Aug. 26, 2025, 2 p.m.
8	Saharsa	93	0	93	7	38	15	16	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
9	Cuttack	92	30	48	15	92	20	6	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
10	Keonjhar	87	20	87	18	15	18	18	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.

🏭 Top 20 Most Polluted AQI Stations

Station	City	AQI	Last Updated
Gurdeo Nagar, Aurangabad - BSPCB	Aurangabad	215	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
SDM Office_Khagra, Kishanganj - BSPCB	Kishanganj	170	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Muradpur, Patna - BSPCB	Patna	160	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Mariam Nagar, Purnia - BSPCB	Purnia	156	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
DM Office_Kasipur, Samastipur - BSPCB	Samastipur	156	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Silk Board, Bengaluru - KSPCB	Bengaluru	128	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Darshan Nagar, Chhapra - BSPCB	Chhapra	114	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Arumbakkam, Chennai - TNPCB	Chennai	110	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Anthoni Pillai Nagar, Gummidipoondi - TNPCB	Gummidipoondi	109	Aug. 26, 2025, 2 p.m.
Raja Ganj, Dholpur - RSPCB	Dholpur	108	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
IDA Pashamylaram, Hyderabad - TSPCB	Hyderabad	106	Aug. 26, 2025, 2 p.m.
Samanpura, Patna - BSPCB	Patna	106	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Lodhi Road, Delhi - IITM	Delhi	105	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Civil Lines, Bareilly - UPPCB	Bareilly	101	Aug. 26, 2025, 2 p.m.
Meelavittan, Thoothukudi - TNPCB	Thoothukudi	101	Aug. 26, 2025, 2 p.m.
Police Commissionerate, Jaipur - RSPCB	Jaipur	94	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Police Line, Saharsa - BSPCB	Saharsa	93	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
CDA Area, Cuttack - OSPCB	Cuttack	92	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
City Railway Station, Bengaluru - KSPCB	Bengaluru	92	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.
Jahangirpuri, Delhi - DPCC	Delhi	88	Aug. 26, 2025, 3 p.m.

📊 Data Source Attribution

Air quality data provided by the World Air Quality Index (WAQI) project and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), sourced via data.gov.in.

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