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Ambattur Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 13.0982 · Lon: 80.1615
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
79
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+)
PM2.524.7 µg/m³
PM1048.7 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

36°C

Humidity: 43%

UV Index1.3
Wind Speed11.7 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Ambattur (Tamil Nadu)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.525 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1049 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂11 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO319 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂13 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃111 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Ambattur (Tamil Nadu)

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Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 79

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

1.1 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

7.7 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

33 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 79).

Common Symptoms

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

Do's
  • Favor indoor, filtered indoor air when the AQI is worse.
  • Hydrate and take breaks from screens or bright light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Try prescribed migraine meds, Have them accessible.
Don'ts
  • Do not do intense outdoor exercise during elevated AQI periods.
  • Avoid ignore worsening effects that feel unusual for you.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Ambattur (Tamil Nadu)

72
Min. AQIat 12:00 PM on 13th Jul
81
Max. AQIat 3:00 AM on 14th Jul
13-07-2026Time14-07-2026

Air Quality FAQs at Ambattur, Tamil Nadu

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Ambattur, Tamil Nadu is 79 (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 Ambattur, 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.