Is Puducherry Air Quality Safe Today?

Current AQI in Puducherry is 23 (Good).

Quick Answer

Based on current AQI levels, air quality in Puducherry is Good. Most people can continue normal outdoor activity, but sensitive groups should still be cautious.

23
Puducherry air quality
Good
Main pollutant: O3 · Trend: rising
AQI Scale
0 Good 50 100 200 300+
Current: 23 — Good band
What does AQI 23 mean? AQI 23 falls under Good 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 O3 (avg 23.0), 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 10:00–10:59
Avoid 21:00–21:59
Who should be careful
  • Children & elderly
  • Asthma / lung conditions
  • Pregnant women
Air quality across Puducherry
🌿 Jawahar Nagar, Puducherry - PPCC
AQI 23
🚨 Jawahar Nagar, Puducherry - PPCC
AQI 23
Variation is driven by traffic density, construction, and local sources.

Puducherry AQI Trend

Latest history update: 16 Apr 2026, 2 AM.

7-day avg
26.2
Trend
Rising
Yesterday
14
Today
24
35.9
37.1
41.1
30.3
24.2
14.7
15.1
13.6
23.7
08 Apr
09 Apr
10 Apr
11 Apr
12 Apr
13 Apr
14 Apr
15 Apr
16 Apr

Category split: 9 Good

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

Best day: 13.6 (15 Apr) · Worst day: 41.1 (10 Apr)

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FAQs About Puducherry Air Quality

Is AQI 23 safe in Puducherry?

Yes, it is generally safe for most people. Sensitive groups should still be cautious if exposed for long periods.

What AQI level is dangerous?

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

Should I wear a mask today in Puducherry?

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

Why can AQI vary a lot across Puducherry?

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

Is O3 the main concern today?

Yes. O3 is currently the leading pollutant, which tends to spike near roads and busy junctions. If you feel irritation or coughing outdoors, reduce exposure.