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Howrah Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 22.5769 · Lon: 88.3186
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
53
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.58.4 µg/m³
PM108.8 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

27°C

Humidity: 92%

UV Index1.95
Wind Speed2.7 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Howrah (West Bengal)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.58 µg/m³Fine particles
PM109 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂10 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO419 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂10 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃88 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Howrah (West Bengal)

TimeTempCondition
Now27°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
10:0028°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
11:0029°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
12:0030°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
13:0028°CThunderstormThunderstorm
14:0028°CDense drizzleDense drizzle
15:0028°CThunderstormThunderstorm
16:0027°CModerate rain showersModerate rain showers
17:0026°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
18:0026°CDense drizzleDense drizzle
19:0026°CThunderstormThunderstorm
20:0027°CThunderstormThunderstorm
21:0027°CThunderstormThunderstorm
22:0026°CModerate rain showersModerate rain showers
23:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
00:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
01:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
02:0025°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
03:0025°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
04:0025°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
05:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
06:0026°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
07:0027°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
08:0028°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle

Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 53

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

0.4 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

2.8 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

12 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 53).

Common Symptoms

Signs to look out for 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 Howrah (West Bengal)

52
Min. AQIat 7:00 PM on 16th Aug
53
Max. AQIat 10:00 AM on 16th Aug
16-08-2026Time17-08-2026

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Air Quality FAQs at Howrah, West Bengal

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Howrah, West Bengal is 53 (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 Howrah, West Bengal 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.