Air Quality Index (AQI) in Comoros 🇰🇲

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

Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Moroni, the capital of Comoros, is measured at a score of 24. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Good. The current atmosphere in Moroni is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 4.4 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 6.5 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 0.6 µg/m³.

Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Comoros 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 Moutsamoudou, Fomboni, Tsimbeo and Domoni. 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: Comoros Right Now

Across 5 monitored cities in Comoros, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 22 AQI in Moutsamoudou (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 29 AQI in Fomboni (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 5 Good. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 4.3 µg/m³ — approximately 0.9 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.

Comoros Air Quality: Major Cities Index

Moroni
1
Moutsamoudou
1

Fomboni
1
Tsimbeo
1

Domoni
1

* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Comoros 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 Comoros

The median reading across 5 monitored cities is 22 AQI. The national spread is 7 points, from 22 in Moutsamoudou to 29 in Fomboni. Average PM2.5 is 4.3 µg/m³ (0.9× the WHO annual guideline).

All monitored locations are currently in the Good range. Normal outdoor activity is appropriate for most people.

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Air Quality in Comoros — FAQ

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

What is the current air quality in Comoros?

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

Where does Comoros's AQI data come from?

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

What is a healthy AQI value in Comoros?

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 Comoros?

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 Comoros.