Air Quality Index (AQI) in Pakistan 🇵🇰
Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Pakistan
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, is measured at a score of 73. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Moderate. The current atmosphere in Islamabad is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 20.8 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 22.2 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 42.7 µg/m³.
Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Pakistan 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 Karachi, Lahore, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi and Multan. 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: Pakistan Right Now
Across 79 monitored cities in Pakistan, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 47 AQI in Muzaffarābād (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 164 AQI in Jhang Sadr (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 2 Good, 42 Moderate, 31 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 4 Unhealthy. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 34.2 µg/m³ — approximately 6.8 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.
Pakistan Air Quality: Major Cities Index
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Pollution Monitor & AQI Forecast: Pakistan Regions
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* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Pakistan 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 Pakistan
The median reading across 79 monitored cities is 98 AQI. The national spread is 117 points, from 47 in Muzaffarābād to 164 in Jhang Sadr. Average PM2.5 is 34.2 µg/m³ (6.8× 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 Pakistan — FAQ
Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Pakistan.