Air Quality Index (AQI) in Bahrain 🇧🇭

Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Bahrain

Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Manama, the capital of Bahrain, is measured at a score of 132. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Sensitive. The current atmosphere in Manama is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 48.2 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 72.2 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 15.7 µg/m³.

Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Bahrain based on industrial output, traffic density, and local weather patterns. Real-time pollution data and respiratory health alerts are also being actively monitored in cities like Ar Rifā‘, Al Muharraq, Dār Kulayb and Madīnat Ḩamad. Tracking these air quality metrics is essential for residents nationwide to manage outdoor exposure and maintain respiratory safety during periods of increased particulate concentration.

Air Quality Snapshot: Bahrain Right Now

Across 5 monitored cities in Bahrain, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 129 AQI in Ar Rifā‘ (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 132 AQI in Manama (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 5 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 47.1 µg/m³ — approximately 9.4 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.

Bahrain Air Quality: Major Cities Index

Manama
3
Ar Rifā‘
3

Al Muharraq
3
Dār Kulayb
3

Madīnat Ḩamad
3

* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Bahrain is calculated using the US EPA standard. Information is processed from multiple monitoring stations detecting PM2.5, PM10, and gaseous pollutants to ensure accuracy for respiratory health planning.

What Today's Readings Mean in Bahrain

The median reading across 5 monitored cities is 129 AQI. The national spread is 3 points, from 129 in Ar Rifā‘ to 132 in Manama. Average PM2.5 is 47.1 µg/m³ (9.4× the WHO annual guideline).

At least one monitored location is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Children, older adults, and people with heart or lung conditions should limit prolonged outdoor exertion in the affected city.

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Air Quality in Bahrain — FAQ

Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Bahrain.

What is the current air quality in Bahrain?

Live AQI readings for 5 city(ies) across Bahrain are listed above on the US EPA 0-500 scale.

Where does Bahrain's AQI data come from?

Real-time readings come from ground-based monitoring stations operated by national environmental agencies in Bahrain, delivered via WeatherAPI.com and aggregated using the EPA AQI formula.

What is a healthy AQI value in Bahrain?

On the EPA scale used worldwide, 0-50 is Good, 51-100 is Moderate, 101-150 is Unhealthy for sensitive groups, 151-200 is Unhealthy, 201-300 is Very Unhealthy, and 301-500 is Hazardous. The WHO 24-hour PM2.5 guideline is 15 μg/m³.

Why do AQI readings vary between cities in Bahrain?

Air quality is highly local — major pollution sources (traffic, industry, dust, wildfires) cluster around cities, while wind direction and topography move them around. Comparing nearby readings on this page is the best way to see how conditions change across Bahrain.