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Calcutta Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Lat: 22.5626 · Lon: 88.3630
Elevation: m · Offset: 19800s
AQI Score & Core Metrics
68
Moderate(US-AQI standard)
050100150200300500
Good (0-50)Moderate (51-100)Poor (101-150)Unhealthy (151-200)Severe (201-300)Hazardous (301+)
PM2.511.2 µg/m³
PM1011.9 µg/m³
Weather & Climate Summary

Current Conditions

28°C

Humidity: 89%

UV Index1.9
Wind Speed3.5 km/h

Primary Air Pollutants Calcutta (West Bengal)

PollutantConcentrationDetails
PM2.511 µg/m³Fine particles
PM1012 µg/m³Coarse particles
SO₂9 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO355 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
NO₂6 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
O₃96 µg/m³Ozone

Hourly forecast Calcutta (West Bengal)

TimeTempCondition
Now28°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
11:0029°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
12:0030°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
13:0028°CThunderstormThunderstorm
14:0028°CThunderstormThunderstorm
15:0028°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
16:0027°CDense drizzleDense drizzle
17:0026°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
18:0026°CThunderstormThunderstorm
19:0026°CThunderstormThunderstorm
20:0027°CThunderstormThunderstorm
21:0027°CThunderstormThunderstorm
22:0026°CSlight rain showersSlight rain showers
23:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
00:0026°CLight drizzleLight drizzle
01:0025°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
02:0025°CModerate drizzleModerate drizzle
03:0025°CModerate drizzleModerate 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
09:0029°CLight drizzleLight drizzle

Health Recommendations

Based on current air quality: Moderate · AQI 68

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

0.5 per day

Equates to breathing local air

Weekly Exposure

3.5 cigarettes

Monthly Exposure

15 cigarettes

Risk Assessments

Prevent Health Problems

Mild RiskHeadaches

Risk is Mild for Moderate conditions (AQI 68).

Common Symptoms

Typical signs can 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
  • 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 Calcutta (West Bengal)

50
Min. AQIat 5:00 AM on 17th Aug
52
Max. AQIat 11:00 AM on 16th Aug
16-08-2026Time17-08-2026

Air Quality FAQs at Calcutta, West Bengal

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Calcutta, West Bengal is 68 (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 Calcutta, 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.