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Dhanbad Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

Real-time PM2.5, PM10 air pollution level in Dhanbad

Last Updated: 2026-09-29 03:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

173AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Unhealthy

PM2.5 : 94 µg/m³

pm10 : 110 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

26 °C

Last Updated: 2026-09-29 03:01 (Local Time)

Rank5^th

Currently, Dhanbad ranks 5^th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Dhanbad

Major Air Pollutants
Dhanbad

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

94µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

110µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

308ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

7ppb

Ozone(O₃)

20ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Dhanbad

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Dhanbad

AQI (US)

28-09-2026Time29-09-2026

Time	Dhanbad
3:01am	183
3:31am	162
4:01am	165
4:31am	175
5:01am	184
5:31am	171
6:01am	164
6:31am	182
7:01am	164
7:31am	239
8:01am	197
8:31am	176
9:01am	159
9:31am	161
10:01am	153
10:31am	145
11:01am	132
11:31am	127
12:01pm	115
12:31pm	117
1:01pm	126
1:31pm	125
2:01pm	121
2:31pm	131
3:01pm	134
3:31pm	122
4:01pm	132
4:31pm	144
5:01pm	152
5:31pm	170
6:01pm	200
6:31pm	247
7:01pm	168
7:31pm	218
8:01pm	219
8:31pm	185
9:01pm	172
9:31pm	165
10:01pm	158
10:31pm	160
11:01pm	160
11:31pm	160
12:01am	165
12:31am	171
1:01am	188
1:31am	192
2:01am	187
2:31am	180
3:01am	173

115

Min. AQI (US)12:01pm

247

Max. AQI (US)6:31pm

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Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India

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Dhanbad's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Anugrah Nagar

Unhealthy

180

115

Bihar Colony

Unhealthy

174

101

112

Jorapokhar

Unhealthy

164

103

India's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

Ahmedabad

temp.25°C

hum.79%

Bangalore

140

temp.22°C

hum.82%

Chennai

131

temp.28°C

hum.68%

Hyderabad

103

temp.26°C

hum.74%

Kolkata

164

Mumbai

New Delhi

142

temp.23°C

hum.77%

Pune

106

temp.25°C

hum.81%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Dhanbad

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Dhanbad

3.9Cigarettes per day

Weekly 27.3 Cigarettes

Monthly 117 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 3.9 cigarettes a day.

Source:

Berkeley Earth

Disclaimer: This cigarette-equivalent estimate is based on the average PM2.5 concentration over the last 24 hours, assuming continuous exposure during that time.

Solutions for Current AQI (US)

Air PurifierTurn On

Car FilterMust

N95 MaskMust

Stay IndoorMust

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Dhanbad

Asthma

Heart Issues

Allergies

Sinus

Cold/Flu

Chronic (COPD)

Disclaimer: The above health risks are precautionary suggestions based on current AQI levels. You may not feel the effects immediately, but prolonged exposure to air pollution can contribute to these health conditions over time. AQI.IN is neither a medical expert nor a provider of medical advice. Please consult a doctor if you experience any of the above similar symptoms.

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RankCityAQI Status

Standard Value

Bettiah, Bihar

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

Kharagpur, West Bengal

Unhealthy

7xabove Standard

Dhanbad, Jharkhand

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

Haldia, West Bengal

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

Howrah, West Bengal

Unhealthy

6xabove Standard

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

10.

Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

Last Updated: 28 Sept 2026, 09:32 PM

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Dhanbad's AQI Data Analytics Solutions
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Air Quality FAQs
at Dhanbad

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

1. What is the current AQI (US) level in Dhanbad?

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Dhanbad is 173 (Unhealthy). This was last updated 2026-09-29 03:01 (Local Time).

2. When was the best AQI (US) level in Dhanbad in the last 24 hours?

The best AQI (US) level was 115 (Poor) at 12:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

3. When was the worst AQI (US) level in Dhanbad in the last 24 hours?

The worst AQI (US) level was 247 (Severe) at 6:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

4. What is the current trend of AQI (US) levels in Dhanbad during last 24 hours?

The AQI (US) levels in Dhanbad have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 247 at 6:31 PM (Local Time), lowest 115 at 12:01 PM (Local Time).

5. What actions are recommended as per the current AQI (US) level in Dhanbad?

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for everyone. It's advised to limit outdoor activities and consider using air purifiers indoors.