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Thoothukudi Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 8.7674 · Lon: 78.1342
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
44
Good(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.54.5 µg/m³
PM106.3 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

36°C

Humidity: 39%

UV Index3.65
Wind Speed28.7 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.55 µg/m³Fine particles
PM106 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂4 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO106 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂3 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃79 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu)

TimeTempCondition
Now35°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
17:0034°CMostly clearMostly clear
18:0032°CClear skyClear sky
19:0030°CClear skyClear sky
20:0030°CClear skyClear sky
21:0029°CClear skyClear sky
22:0029°CClear skyClear sky
23:0029°CMostly clearMostly clear
00:0028°CClear skyClear sky
01:0028°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
02:0027°COvercastOvercast
03:0027°COvercastOvercast
04:0027°COvercastOvercast
05:0027°COvercastOvercast
06:0027°CPartly cloudyPartly cloudy
07:0028°CClear skyClear sky
08:0030°CClear skyClear sky
09:0033°CClear skyClear sky
10:0035°CMostly clearMostly clear
11:0037°CMostly clearMostly clear
12:0037°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
13:0037°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
14:0036°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
15:0035°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle

Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 44

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

0.2 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

1.4 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

6 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Low RiskHeadaches

Risk is Low for Good conditions (AQI 44).

Common Symptoms

Commonly seen signs 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
  • Opt for at home with air with filtration whenever pollution levels climb.
  • Increase fluids through the day and rest from digital screens or intense light if migraines hit you easily.
  • Keep any prescribed headache or migraine relief within reach.
Don'ts
  • Don’t power through demanding outdoor exercise while the AQI is elevated.
  • Do not brush off pain that feels sharper or different from your usual.
AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu)

39
Min. AQIat 11:00 AM on 16th Aug
41
Max. AQIat 4:00 PM on 16th Aug
16-08-2026Time17-08-2026

Air Quality FAQs at Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu is 44 (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 Thoothukudi, 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.