Air Quality Index (AQI) in Egypt 🇪🇬
Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Egypt
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, is measured at a score of 52. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Good. The current atmosphere in Cairo is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 9.9 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 11.7 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 15.9 µg/m³.
Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Egypt 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 Alexandria, Giza, Shubrā al Khaymah, Port Said and Suez. 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: Egypt Right Now
Across 88 monitored cities in Egypt, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 22 AQI in Disūq (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 362 AQI in Girga (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 13 Good, 50 Moderate, 2 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 13 Unhealthy, 9 Very Unhealthy, 1 Hazardous. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 45.5 µg/m³ — approximately 9.1 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.
Egypt Air Quality: Major Cities Index
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Pollution Monitor & AQI Forecast: Egypt Regions
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* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Egypt 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 Egypt
The median reading across 88 monitored cities is 59.5 AQI. The national spread is 340 points, from 22 in Disūq to 362 in Girga. Average PM2.5 is 45.5 µg/m³ (9.1× 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 Egypt — FAQ
Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Egypt.