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Dakshina Kannada Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 12.8400 · Lon: 75.2900
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
65
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.515.9 µg/m³
PM1028.5 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

29°C

Humidity: 68%

UV Index0.45
Wind Speed14.9 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Dakshina Kannada (Karnataka)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.516 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1029 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂2 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO113 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂3 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃62 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Dakshina Kannada (Karnataka)

TimeTempCondition
Now29°COvercastOvercast
18:0028°COvercastOvercast
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20:0026°COvercastOvercast
21:0026°CMostly clearMostly clear
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01:0024°COvercastOvercast
02:0023°COvercastOvercast
03:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
04:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
05:0024°COvercastOvercast
06:0024°COvercastOvercast
07:0025°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
08:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
09:0027°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
10:0028°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
11:0030°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
12:0031°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
13:0031°CMostly clearMostly clear
14:0031°CMostly clearMostly clear
15:0030°CMostly clearMostly clear
16:0030°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy

Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 65

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

0.7 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

4.9 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

21 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 65).

Common Symptoms

Watch for: Pressure or tightness around the forehead and temples, Sensitivity to light or smell, Fatigue or difficulty concentrating.

Do's
  • Opt for indoor, air with filtration when the AQI is poor.
  • Increase fluids and rest from digital screens or intense light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Use prescribed migraine meds, Keep them accessible.
Don'ts
  • Don’t do intense outdoor exercise during elevated AQI periods.
  • Do not ignore worsening signs that feel unusual for you.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Dakshina Kannada (Karnataka)

57
Min. AQIat 6:00 PM on 13th Jul
63
Max. AQIat 5:00 AM on 14th Jul
13-07-2026Time14-07-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka is 65 (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 Dakshina Kannada, 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.