Is Kanpur Air Quality Safe Today?

Current AQI in Kanpur is 117 (Satisfactory).

Quick Answer

Based on current AQI levels, air quality in Kanpur is Satisfactory. It is manageable for most, but children, elderly, and asthma patients should limit prolonged outdoor exposure.

117
Kanpur air quality
Satisfactory
Main pollutant: PM25 · Trend: improving
AQI Scale
0 Good 50 100 200 300+
Current: 117 — Satisfactory band
What does AQI 117 mean? AQI 117 falls under Satisfactory in India. AQI above 200 is unhealthy and above 300 is severe. At this level, breathing discomfort and irritation can increase, especially for sensitive groups. The main pollutant today is PM25 (avg 116.3), which can trigger breathing issues, cough, and fatigue, particularly near traffic-heavy areas.
What to do today
  • Prefer lighter activity or indoor workouts
  • Limit time outdoors if AQI is trending upward
  • Mask not required for most
  • Ventilate during cleanest hours
  • Air purifier helpful if AQI rises above 200
Best time to go outside
Go 09:00–09:59
Avoid 21:00–21:59
Who should be careful
  • Children & elderly
  • Asthma / lung conditions
  • Pregnant women
Air quality across Kanpur
🌿 NSI Kalyanpur, Kanpur - UPPCB
AQI 93
🌿 FTI Kidwai Nagar, Kanpur - UPPCB
AQI 93
🌿 Nehru Nagar, Kanpur - UPPCB
AQI 165
🚨 Nehru Nagar, Kanpur - UPPCB
AQI 165
🚨 FTI Kidwai Nagar, Kanpur - UPPCB
AQI 93
🚨 NSI Kalyanpur, Kanpur - UPPCB
AQI 93
AQI varies by about 72 points across Kanpur today, often due to traffic, construction, and local sources.

Kanpur AQI Trend

Latest history update: 16 Apr 2026, 2 AM.

7-day avg
75.3
Trend
Improving
Yesterday
99
Today
82
52.8
45.8
86.5
68.3
87.1
77.7
78.4
98.8
82.1
08 Apr
09 Apr
10 Apr
11 Apr
12 Apr
13 Apr
14 Apr
15 Apr
16 Apr

Category split: 8 Satisfactory, 1 Good

Good (≤50) Satisfactory (51–100) Moderate (101–200) Poor (201–300)

Best day: 45.8 (09 Apr) · Worst day: 98.8 (15 Apr)

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FAQs About Kanpur Air Quality

Is AQI 117 safe in Kanpur?

It is acceptable, but sensitive groups should limit prolonged outdoor activity, especially near traffic corridors.

What AQI level is dangerous?

AQI above 300 is considered very poor and harmful for everyone.

Should I wear a mask today in Kanpur?

Not required for most people. Keep one handy if you are sensitive or commuting through heavy traffic.

Why can AQI vary a lot across Kanpur?

Today’s spread is about 72 AQI points between the cleanest and most polluted areas. Differences usually come from traffic density, construction, and local wind patterns.

Is PM25 the main concern today?

Yes. PM25 is currently the leading pollutant, which tends to spike near roads and busy junctions. If you feel irritation or coughing outdoors, reduce exposure.