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Bengaluru Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 12.9719 · Lon: 77.5937
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
77
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.556.8 µg/m³
PM1072.6 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

24°C

Humidity: 74%

UV Index0
Wind Speed7.2 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Bengaluru (Karnataka)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.557 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1073 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂22 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO687 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂63 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃8 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Bengaluru (Karnataka)

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12:0030°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
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16:0028°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
17:0024°CModerate rain showersModerate rain showers
18:0024°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
19:0021°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 77

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

Air quality is acceptable; however, there may be a minor concern for a very small number of individuals who are unusually sensitive to air pollution. Sensitive groups should monitor for symptoms and limit heavy outdoor exertion.

Standard: US EPA AQI ScaleUpdated: Live
Cigarette Equivalent

2.6 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

18.2 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

78 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 77).

Common Symptoms

You may notice: Pressure or tightness around the forehead and temples, Sensitivity to light or smell, Fatigue or difficulty concentrating.

Do's
  • Prefer indoor, filtered air when the AQI is elevated.
  • Drink water and pause from screen time or strong light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Consider using prescribed migraine meds, Store them accessible.
Don'ts
  • Avoid do intense outdoor exercise during poor AQI periods.
  • Try not to ignore worsening issues that feel unusual for you.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Bengaluru (Karnataka)

58
Min. AQIat 7:00 PM on 15th Jun
72
Max. AQIat 4:00 PM on 16th Jun
15-06-2026Time16-06-2026

Air Quality FAQs at Bengaluru, Karnataka

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Bengaluru, Karnataka is 77 (Moderate). 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 Bengaluru, Karnataka have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

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