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Karnal Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 29.6920 · Lon: 76.9845
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
160
Unhealthy(US-AQI standard)
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Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.590.3 µg/m³
PM1090.6 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

28°C

Humidity: 89%

UV Index0.95
Wind Speed2.3 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Karnal (Haryana)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.590 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1091 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂17 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO857 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂33 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃71 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Karnal (Haryana)

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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Unhealthy · AQI 160

Unhealthy
  • Air PurifierTurn On
  • Car FilterMust
  • N95 MaskMust
  • Stay IndoorMust
Outdoor Activity Guidelines

Effects can reach anyone now, and sensitive groups may feel them more strongly. Active children and adults, and people with breathing conditions, should cut back on long or intense time outdoors.

Standard: US EPA AQI ScaleUpdated: Live
Cigarette Equivalent

4.1 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

28.7 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

123 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

High RiskHeadaches

Risk is High for Unhealthy conditions (AQI 160).

Common Symptoms

You might experience: Tight, band-like pressure across the forehead and temples, Extra sensitivity to light, noise, or strong smells, Sluggishness and trouble staying focused.

Do's
  • Choose indoors with clean indoor air whenever pollution levels climb.
  • Stay hydrated through the day and take short breaks from devices or harsh light if migraines hit you easily.
  • Keep close any prescribed headache or migraine relief within reach.
Don'ts
  • Try not to power through demanding outdoor exercise while the AQI is worse.
  • Don’t brush off pain that feels sharper or different from your usual.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Karnal (Haryana)

135
Min. AQIat 5:00 AM on 11th Aug
151
Max. AQIat 2:00 AM on 12th Aug
11-08-2026Time12-08-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Karnal, Haryana

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Karnal, Haryana is 160 (Unhealthy). This was last updated recently.

The best AQI (US) level was generally lower during the early afternoon in the last 24 hours.

The worst AQI (US) level typically peaks during early morning or late evening hours due to temperature inversion.

The AQI (US) levels in Karnal, Haryana have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for everyone. It's advised to adjust your outdoor activities based on personal sensitivity.