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Cuddalore Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 11.7562 · Lon: 79.7669
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
71
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.522.1 µg/m³
PM1026.4 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

28°C

Humidity: 78%

UV Index1
Wind Speed4 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.522 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1026 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂11 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO228 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂16 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃38 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu)

TimeTempCondition
Now28°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
08:0030°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
09:0031°CMostly clearMostly clear
10:0032°CClear skyClear sky
11:0033°CMostly clearMostly clear
12:0033°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
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16:0030°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
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00:0027°CDense drizzleDense drizzle
01:0026°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
02:0026°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 71

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

1.0 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

7.0 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

30 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 71).

Common Symptoms

Typical signs can 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
  • Choose indoors with clean indoor air whenever pollution levels climb.
  • Stay hydrated through the day and take short breaks from devices or harsh light if migraines hit you easily.
  • Keep close any prescribed headache or migraine relief within reach.
Don'ts
  • Try not to power through demanding outdoor exercise while the AQI is worse.
  • Don’t brush off pain that feels sharper or different from your usual.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu)

72
Min. AQIat 12:00 AM on 12th Aug
85
Max. AQIat 7:00 PM on 11th Aug
11-08-2026Time12-08-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu is 71 (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 Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu 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.