Air Quality in Dashashwamedh, Varanasi

Pin Code 221003 · Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

ModerateDominant: PM25

Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.

Pollutant Breakdown

PM2.5

76µg/m³

PM10

47µg/m³

O₃

1.6ppm

NO₂

0.6ppb

SO₂

12.1ppb

CO

5.7ppm

Station: Maldahiya, Varanasi, India · Updated 18 Mar, 04:00 am · Revalidates every 10 min

Health Recommendations

Moderate

Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.

General Public: Air quality is acceptable for most people.
Children: Unusually sensitive children should limit prolonged outdoor play.
Heart Conditions: Unusually sensitive people should consider reducing exertion.

AQI Trend

Historical AQI trend chart for Dashashwamedh coming soon.

7-day and 30-day trend visualization

Nearby Areas

AQI Scale Reference

050
Good
51100
Moderate
101150
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
151200
Unhealthy
201300
Very Unhealthy
301500
Hazardous

About Air Quality in Dashashwamedh, Varanasi

Dashashwamedh (Pin Code 221003) is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Air quality in this area is monitored by the nearest CPCB/SPCB station and data is aggregated from the World Air Quality Index (WAQI) network.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) uses a standardized scale from 0 to 500. Values below 50 are considered Good, while values above 200 are classified as Poor to Severe under India's National Air Quality Index standards. PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) is typically the dominant pollutant in most Indian cities.

Air quality in Varanasi varies significantly by season. Winter months (November–February) typically see the worst pollution due to temperature inversions, reduced wind speeds, and in North India, crop stubble burning. Monsoon rains (July–September) provide the cleanest air.

View complete air quality data for Varanasi

Varanasi AQI →