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Madurai Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 9.9190 · Lon: 78.1195
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
35
Good(US-AQI standard)
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Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.56.1 µg/m³
PM1012 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

35°C

Humidity: 43%

UV Index1.55
Wind Speed4.7 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Madurai (Tamil Nadu)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.56 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1012 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂3 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO151 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂2 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃95 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Madurai (Tamil Nadu)

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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 35

Good
  • Air PurifierTurn Off
  • Car FilterAdvisable
  • N95 MaskAdvisable
  • Stay IndoorAdvisable
Outdoor Activity Guidelines

The air is clean and pollution levels are low, so there is little to no health risk. It is a great time to be active outside, open the windows for fresh air, and go about your usual routine.

Standard: US EPA AQI ScaleUpdated: Live
Cigarette Equivalent

0.3 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

2.1 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

9 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Low RiskHeadaches

Risk is Low for Good conditions (AQI 35).

Common Symptoms

Early 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
  • Favor in indoor spaces with filtered indoor air whenever pollution levels climb.
  • Hydrate through the day and take breaks from screens or bright light if migraines hit you easily.
  • Have any prescribed headache or migraine relief within reach.
Don'ts
  • Do not power through demanding outdoor exercise while the AQI is elevated.
  • Avoid brush off pain that feels sharper or different from your usual.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Madurai (Tamil Nadu)

19
Min. AQIat 5:00 AM on 2nd Aug
53
Max. AQIat 11:00 AM on 1st Aug
01-08-2026Time02-08-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Madurai, Tamil Nadu

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Madurai, Tamil Nadu is 35 (Good). 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 Madurai, Tamil Nadu have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

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