Ernakulam Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 9.9399 · Lon: 76.2602

Elevation: m · Offset: s

AQI Score & Core Metrics

Moderate(US-AQI standard)

050100150200300500

Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)

PM2.512.7 µg/m³

PM1020.6 µg/m³

Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

UV Index1.45

Wind Speed-- km/h

Pollutant	Concentration	Details
PM2.5	13 µg/m³	Fine particles
PM10	21 µg/m³	Coarse particles
SO₂	2 µg/m³	Sulphur dioxide
CO	114 µg/m³	Carbon monoxide
NO₂	3 µg/m³	Nitrogen dioxide
O₃	65 µg/m³	Ozone

Hourly data is not available for this location.

Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 56

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

0.6 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

4.2 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

18 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 56).

Common Symptoms

Possible signs include: Pressure or tightness around the forehead and temples, Sensitivity to light or smell, Fatigue or difficulty concentrating.

Do's

Favor indoor, filtered indoor air when the AQI is worse.
Hydrate and take breaks from screens or bright light if you are migraine-prone.
If you Try prescribed migraine meds, Have them accessible.

Don'ts

Do not do intense outdoor exercise during elevated AQI periods.
Avoid ignore worsening effects that feel unusual for you.

AQI Graph

Min. AQIat 12:00 PM on 13th Jul

Max. AQIat 11:00 PM on 13th Jul

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Frequently Asked Questions
About Air Quality

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Ernakulam, Kerala is 56 (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 Ernakulam, Kerala 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.

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