Air Quality Index (AQI) in Türkiye 🇹🇷
Live Air Quality Index (AQI) and PM2.5 Levels in Türkiye
Currently, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Ankara, the capital of Türkiye, is measured at a score of 28. According to the US EPA health standard, this air quality rating is categorized as Good. The current atmosphere in Ankara is influenced by a PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) concentration of 5.0 µg/m³ and PM10 levels recorded at 8.5 µg/m³. Monitoring of gaseous pollutants shows Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) at 19.6 µg/m³.
Beyond the primary urban hubs, atmospheric conditions and smog levels fluctuate across Türkiye 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 Istanbul, Bursa, İzmir, Gaziantep and Diyarbakır. 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: Türkiye Right Now
Across 100 monitored cities in Türkiye, live air quality currently ranges from a low of 13 AQI in Bingöl (the cleanest air right now) to a high of 102 AQI in İskenderun (the most polluted). By US EPA health band, the nationwide distribution stands at 70 Good, 29 Moderate, 1 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. The average fine-particulate (PM2.5) concentration across these cities is 7.5 µg/m³ — approximately 1.5 times the World Health Organization (WHO) annual air quality guideline of 5 µg/m³.
Türkiye Air Quality: Major Cities Index
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Pollution Monitor & AQI Forecast: Türkiye Regions
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* Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Türkiye 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 Türkiye
The median reading across 100 monitored cities is 29.0 AQI. The national spread is 89 points, from 13 in Bingöl to 102 in İskenderun. Average PM2.5 is 7.5 µg/m³ (1.5× the WHO annual guideline).
At least one monitored location is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Children, older adults, and people with heart or lung conditions should limit prolonged outdoor exertion in the affected city.
Air Quality in Türkiye — FAQ
Common questions about AQI levels, pollutants, and data sources for Türkiye.