Air Quality Index (AQI) in Philippines 🇵🇭
Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Philippines
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Manila, the capital of Philippines, is measured at a score of 62. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Good. The current atmosphere in Manila is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 15.0 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 15.9 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 18.1 µg/m³.
Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Philippines 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 Quezon City, Davao, Caloocan City, Budta and Malingao. 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: Philippines Right Now
Across 100 monitored cities in Philippines, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 12 AQI in Iriga City (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 69 AQI in Cabanatuan City (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 53 Good, 47 Moderate. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 9.8 µg/m³ — approximately 2.0 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.
Philippines Air Quality: Major Cities Index
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Pollution Monitor & AQI Forecast: Philippines Regions
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* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Philippines 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 Philippines
The median reading across 100 monitored cities is 49.0 AQI. The national spread is 57 points, from 12 in Iriga City to 69 in Cabanatuan City. Average PM2.5 is 9.8 µg/m³ (2.0× 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.
Air Quality in Philippines — FAQ
Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Philippines.