Air Quality Index (AQI) in Democratic Republic of Congo 🇨🇩
Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Democratic Republic of Congo
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Kinshasa, the capital of Democratic Republic of Congo, is measured at a score of 159. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Unhealthy. The current atmosphere in Kinshasa is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 66.4 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 69.4 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 8.2 µg/m³.
Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Democratic Republic of Congo 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 Lubumbashi, Mbuji-Mayi, Kananga, Kisangani and Bukavu. 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: Democratic Republic of Congo Right Now
Across 46 monitored cities in Democratic Republic of Congo, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 51 AQI in Beni (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 446 AQI in Idiofa (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 22 Moderate, 8 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 9 Unhealthy, 5 Very Unhealthy, 2 Hazardous. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 61.1 µg/m³ — approximately 12.2 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.
Democratic Republic of Congo Air Quality: Major Cities Index
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Pollution Monitor & AQI Forecast: Democratic Republic of Congo Regions
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* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Democratic Republic of Congo 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 Democratic Republic of Congo
The median reading across 46 monitored cities is 108.0 AQI. The national spread is 395 points, from 51 in Beni to 446 in Idiofa. Average PM2.5 is 61.1 µg/m³ (12.2× the WHO annual guideline).
At least one monitored location is Very Unhealthy or Hazardous. Avoid outdoor exertion in the affected city and follow local public-health advice.
Air Quality in Democratic Republic of Congo — FAQ
Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Democratic Republic of Congo.