Air Quality Index (AQI) in Iran 🇮🇷
Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Iran
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Tehran, the capital of Iran, is measured at a score of 162. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Unhealthy. The current atmosphere in Tehran is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 71.2 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 97.1 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 83.9 µg/m³.
Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Iran 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 Mashhad, Isfahan, Karaj, Tabriz and Shiraz. 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: Iran Right Now
Across 82 monitored cities in Iran, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 36 AQI in Ardabīl (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 162 AQI in Tehran (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 4 Good, 68 Moderate, 8 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 2 Unhealthy. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 23.0 µg/m³ — approximately 4.6 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.
Iran Air Quality: Major Cities Index
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Pollution Monitor & AQI Forecast: Iran Regions
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* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Iran 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 Iran
The median reading across 82 monitored cities is 72.0 AQI. The national spread is 126 points, from 36 in Ardabīl to 162 in Tehran. Average PM2.5 is 23.0 µg/m³ (4.6× the WHO annual guideline).
At least one monitored location is Unhealthy. Reduce prolonged outdoor exertion and check the city reading before planning exercise or travel.
Air Quality in Iran — FAQ
Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Iran.