Is Meerut Air Quality Safe Today?

Current AQI in Meerut is 156 (Moderate).

Quick Answer

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

156
Meerut air quality
Moderate
Main pollutant: PM10 · Trend: rising
AQI Scale
0 Good 50 100 200 300+
Current: 156 — Moderate band
What does AQI 156 mean? AQI 156 falls under Moderate 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 PM10 (avg 155.7), 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
  • Use a mask outdoors
  • Ventilate during cleanest hours
  • Air purifier helpful if AQI rises above 200
Best time to go outside
Go 22:00–22:59
Avoid 11:00–11:59
Who should be careful
  • Children & elderly
  • Asthma / lung conditions
  • Pregnant women
Air quality across Meerut
🌿 Pallavpuram Phase 2, Meerut - UPPCB
AQI 98
🌿 Ganga Nagar, Meerut - UPPCB
AQI 162
🌿 Jai Bhim Nagar, Meerut - UPPCB
AQI 207
🚨 Jai Bhim Nagar, Meerut - UPPCB
AQI 207
🚨 Ganga Nagar, Meerut - UPPCB
AQI 162
🚨 Pallavpuram Phase 2, Meerut - UPPCB
AQI 98
AQI varies by about 109 points across Meerut today, often due to traffic, construction, and local sources.

Meerut AQI Trend

Latest history update: 16 Apr 2026, 2 AM.

7-day avg
94.7
Trend
Rising
Yesterday
113
Today
149
72.7
64.6
95.0
81.8
94.3
87.7
94.8
112.8
148.7
08 Apr
09 Apr
10 Apr
11 Apr
12 Apr
13 Apr
14 Apr
15 Apr
16 Apr

Category split: 7 Satisfactory, 2 Moderate

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

Best day: 64.6 (09 Apr) · Worst day: 148.7 (16 Apr)

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FAQs About Meerut Air Quality

Is AQI 156 safe in Meerut?

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 Meerut?

Yes, use a well-fitted N95/KN95 mask outdoors, especially during peak traffic hours.

Why can AQI vary a lot across Meerut?

Today’s spread is about 109 AQI points between the cleanest and most polluted areas. Differences usually come from traffic density, construction, and local wind patterns.

Is PM10 the main concern today?

Yes. PM10 is currently the leading pollutant, which tends to spike near roads and busy junctions. If you feel irritation or coughing outdoors, reduce exposure.