Air Quality Index (AQI) in Russia 🇷🇺
Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Russia
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Moscow, the capital of Russia, is measured at a score of 128. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Sensitive. The current atmosphere in Moscow is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 46.5 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 60.6 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 63.5 µg/m³.
Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Russia 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 Saint Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Nizhniy Novgorod and Kazan. 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: Russia Right Now
Across 100 monitored cities in Russia, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 1 AQI in Tyumen (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 191 AQI in Lipetsk (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 70 Good, 26 Moderate, 3 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 1 Unhealthy. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 9.1 µg/m³ — approximately 1.8 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.
Russia Air Quality: Major Cities Index
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Pollution Monitor & AQI Forecast: Russia Regions
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* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Russia 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 Russia
The median reading across 100 monitored cities is 32.0 AQI. The national spread is 190 points, from 1 in Tyumen to 191 in Lipetsk. Average PM2.5 is 9.1 µg/m³ (1.8× 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 Russia — FAQ
Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Russia.