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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
88
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.518.7 µg/m³
PM1027.4 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

29°C

Humidity: 81%

UV Index0
Wind Speed16.5 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.519 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1027 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂10 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO257 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂13 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃69 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu)

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Now29°COvercastOvercast
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05:0028°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
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09:0033°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
10:0034°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
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13:0035°CThunderstormThunderstorm
14:0034°CClear skyClear sky
15:0032°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
16:0032°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
17:0032°CMostly clearMostly clear
18:0031°CMostly clearMostly clear
19:0031°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
20:0031°COvercastOvercast
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22:0027°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 88

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

0.8 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

5.6 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

24 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 88).

Common Symptoms

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

Do's
  • Choose indoor, clean indoor air when the AQI is elevated.
  • Stay hydrated and take short breaks from devices or harsh light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Make use of prescribed migraine meds, Keep close them accessible.
Don'ts
  • Try not to do intense outdoor exercise during worse AQI periods.
  • Don’t ignore worsening symptoms that feel unusual for you.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu)

91
Min. AQIat 8:00 PM on 15th Jun
143
Max. AQIat 6:00 PM on 16th Jun
15-06-2026Time16-06-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu is 88 (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.