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Kanchipuram Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 12.8352 · Lon: 79.7001
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
62
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
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Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.518.1 µg/m³
PM1021.7 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

28°C

Humidity: 73%

UV Index0.95
Wind Speed10.9 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.518 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1022 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂5 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO257 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂13 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃35 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu)

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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 62

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

0.8 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 62).

Common Symptoms

You might experience: 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 Kanchipuram (Tamil Nadu)

59
Min. AQIat 10:00 PM on 11th Aug
62
Max. AQIat 3:00 AM on 11th Aug
11-08-2026Time12-08-2026

Air Quality FAQs at Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu is 62 (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 Kanchipuram, 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.