Puducherry Air Quality Index
Puducherry, India · Real-time AQI data
Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
Pollutant Breakdown
PM2.5
28µg/m³
PM10
13µg/m³
O₃
6.5ppm
NO₂
4.5ppb
SO₂
2.5ppb
CO
3.4ppm
Station: Jawahar Nagar, Puducherry, India · Mar 18, 04:00 AM · Updates every 30 min
Health Recommendations
Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
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About Air Quality in Puducherry
The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Puducherry is measured using monitoring stations that track six key pollutants: PM2.5, PM10, ground-level ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide. The AQI is calculated using US EPA standards and ranges from 0 (excellent) to 500 (hazardous).
PM2.5 is typically the dominant pollutant in Puducherry during high-pollution periods. Fine particulate matter from traffic, industry, and seasonal factors can push AQI above 150, which is considered unhealthy for all groups.
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