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Varanasi Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-10-01 21:21:01 (Local Time)

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Live AQI
177AQI (US)
Air Quality is
Unhealthy
PM2.5 :  103 µg/m³
pm10 :  115 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
300
Hazardous
301+
aqi unhealthy level.webp in Varanasi
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27 °C

Clear
Humidity
Humidity69 %

Wind Speed
Wind Speed3.6 km/h

UV Index
UV Index0

Last Updated: 2026-10-01 21:21:01 (Local Time)
Rank24th

Currently, Varanasi ranks 24th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Historical Air Quality Data

Varanasi

Varanasi
AQI (US)
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30-09-2026Time01-10-2026
119
Min. AQI (US)4:01pm
182
Max. AQI (US)8:31pm

AQI (US) Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

Varanasi's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations
Status
AQI (US)
PM₂.₅(µg/m³)
PM₁₀(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Unhealthy
177
106
121
27
69
Unhealthy
176
105
116
27
69
Unhealthy
193
115
129
27
69
Unhealthy
174
102
116
27
69
Unhealthy
177
106
120
27
69
Unhealthy
177
106
114
27
69
Unhealthy
163
72
89
27
69

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Health Advice For People Living In

Varanasi

3Cigarettes per day

Cigarette
Weekly 21 Cigarettes
Monthly 90 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 3 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 Purifier
Air PurifierTurn On
Car Filter
Car FilterMust
N95 Mask
N95 MaskMust
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorMust



Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Varanasi

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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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at Varanasi

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Varanasi is 177 (Unhealthy). This was last updated 2026-10-01 21:21:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 119 (Poor) at 4:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 182 (Unhealthy) at 8:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Varanasi have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 182 at 8:31 PM (Local Time), lowest 119 at 4:01 PM (Local Time).

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

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