Dhenkanal Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 20.6574 · Lon: 85.5969

Elevation: m · Offset: s

AQI Score & Core Metrics

129

Poor(US-AQI standard)

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

PM2.546.2 µg/m³

PM1067.1 µg/m³

Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

UV Index0.1

Wind Speed-- km/h

Pollutant	Concentration	Details
PM2.5	46 µg/m³	Fine particles
PM10	67 µg/m³	Coarse particles
SO₂	30 µg/m³	Sulphur dioxide
CO	222 µg/m³	Carbon monoxide
NO₂	16 µg/m³	Nitrogen dioxide
O₃	94 µg/m³	Ozone

Hourly data is not available for this location.

Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Poor · AQI 129

Poor

Air PurifierTurn On
Car FilterMust
N95 MaskMust
Stay IndoorMust

Outdoor Activity Guidelines

Members of sensitive groups (children, elderly, and people with heart/lung disease) may experience health effects. The general public is unlikely to be affected immediately, but should monitor physical comfort.

Standard: US EPA AQI ScaleUpdated: Live

Cigarette Equivalent

2.1 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

14.7 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

63 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Elevated RiskHeadaches

Risk is Elevated for Poor conditions (AQI 129).

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

Min. AQIat 1:00 PM on 13th Jul

129

Max. AQIat 5:00 AM on 14th Jul

13-07-2026Time14-07-2026

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Frequently Asked Questions
About Air Quality

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Dhenkanal, Odisha is 129 (Poor). 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 Dhenkanal, Odisha have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

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

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