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Karnataka Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 15.3173 · Lon: 75.7139
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
19
Good(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.51.9 µg/m³
PM103.5 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

24°C

Humidity: 83%

UV Index0.5
Wind Speed21.6 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Karnataka

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.52 µg/m³Fine particles
PM104 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂1 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO101 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂3 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃44 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Karnataka

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Now23°COvercastOvercast
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09:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
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13:0030°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
14:0030°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 19

Good
  • Air PurifierTurn Off
  • Car FilterAdvisable
  • N95 MaskAdvisable
  • Stay IndoorAdvisable
Outdoor Activity Guidelines

The air is clean and pollution levels are low, so there is little to no health risk. It is a great time to be active outside, open the windows for fresh air, and go about your usual routine.

Standard: US EPA AQI ScaleUpdated: Live
Cigarette Equivalent

0 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

0 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

0 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Low RiskHeadaches

Risk is Low for Good conditions (AQI 19).

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 Karnataka

20
Min. AQIat 2:00 AM on 12th Aug
28
Max. AQIat 5:00 PM on 11th Aug
11-08-2026Time12-08-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Karnataka

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Karnataka is 19 (Good). 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 Karnataka have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

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