Air Quality Index (AQI) in Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

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

Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Santo Domingo, the capital of Dominican Republic, is measured at a score of 94. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Moderate. The current atmosphere in Santo Domingo is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 32.1 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 51.3 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 39.5 µg/m³.

Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Dominican Republic 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 Santiago de los Caballeros, Santo Domingo Oeste, Santo Domingo Este, San Pedro de Macorís and La Romana. 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: Dominican Republic Right Now

Across 15 monitored cities in Dominican Republic, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 59 AQI in Puerto Plata (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 94 AQI in Santo Domingo (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 15 Moderate. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 20.4 µg/m³ — approximately 4.1 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.

Dominican Republic Air Quality: Major Cities Index

* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Dominican Republic 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 Dominican Republic

The median reading across 15 monitored cities is 64 AQI. The national spread is 35 points, from 59 in Puerto Plata to 94 in Santo Domingo. Average PM2.5 is 20.4 µg/m³ (4.1× the WHO annual guideline).

At least one monitored location is in the Moderate range. People unusually sensitive to air pollution may want to reduce prolonged outdoor exertion there.

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Air Quality in Dominican Republic — FAQ

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

What is the current air quality in Dominican Republic?

Live AQI readings for 15 city(ies) across Dominican Republic are listed above on the US EPA 0-500 scale.

Where does Dominican Republic's AQI data come from?

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

What is a healthy AQI value in Dominican Republic?

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 Dominican Republic?

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 Dominican Republic.