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Palakkad Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 10.7732 · Lon: 76.6537
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
54
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.59.6 µg/m³
PM1014.4 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

25°C

Humidity: 88%

UV Index2.4
Wind Speed14.8 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Palakkad (Kerala)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.510 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1014 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂4 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO148 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂5 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃50 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Palakkad (Kerala)

TimeTempCondition
Now25°COvercastOvercast
09:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
10:0027°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
11:0028°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
12:0029°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
13:0029°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
14:0028°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
15:0027°CThunderstormThunderstorm
16:0026°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
17:0025°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
18:0025°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
19:0024°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
20:0024°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
21:0024°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
22:0024°COvercastOvercast
23:0024°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
00:0024°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
01:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
02:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
03:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
04:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
05:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
06:0023°COvercastOvercast
07:0023°CLight drizzleLight drizzle

Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 54

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

Air quality is generally fine, though a small number of unusually sensitive people may notice mild effects. If you fall into a sensitive group, keep an eye on how you feel and go easy on strenuous outdoor activity.

Standard: US EPA AQI ScaleUpdated: Live
Cigarette Equivalent

0.4 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

2.8 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

12 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 54).

Common Symptoms

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

Do's
  • Opt for at home with air with filtration whenever pollution levels climb.
  • Increase fluids through the day and rest from digital screens or intense light if migraines hit you easily.
  • Keep any prescribed headache or migraine relief within reach.
Don'ts
  • Don’t power through demanding outdoor exercise while the AQI is elevated.
  • Do not brush off pain that feels sharper or different from your usual.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Palakkad (Kerala)

53
Min. AQIat 4:00 AM on 11th Aug
55
Max. AQIat 6:00 PM on 11th Aug
11-08-2026Time12-08-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Palakkad, Kerala

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Palakkad, Kerala is 54 (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 Palakkad, 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.