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Kathmandu Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-06 12:06:02 (Local Time)

Live AQI

100AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 35 µg/m³

pm10 : 37 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

25 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-06 12:06:02 (Local Time)

Rank121^st

Currently, Kathmandu ranks 121^st among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Kathmandu

Major Air Pollutants
Kathmandu

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

35µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

37µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

290ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

4ppb

Ozone(O₃)

35ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Kathmandu

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Kathmandu

AQI (US)

05-08-2026Time06-08-2026

Time	Kathmandu
12:16pm	66
12:46pm	62
1:16pm	64
1:46pm	62
2:16pm	61
2:46pm	46
3:16pm	46
3:46pm	60
4:16pm	60
4:46pm	32
5:16pm	34
5:46pm	61
6:16pm	60
6:46pm	110
7:16pm	110
7:46pm	81
8:16pm	82
8:46pm	74
9:16pm	72
9:46pm	69
10:16pm	67
10:46pm	91
11:16pm	94
11:46pm	62
12:16am	62
12:46am	45
1:16am	51
1:46am	103
2:16am	102
2:46am	104
3:16am	102
3:46am	75
4:16am	81
4:46am	148
5:16am	148
5:46am	83
6:16am	82
6:46am	97
7:16am	99
7:46am	58
8:16am	58
8:46am	73
9:16am	73
9:46am	61
10:16am	58
10:46am	74
11:16am	74
11:46am	99

Min. AQI (US)4:46pm

148

Max. AQI (US)4:46am

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Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

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Kathmandu's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Poor

126

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Pokhara

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Kathmandu

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Kathmandu

1.1Cigarettes per day

Weekly 7.7 Cigarettes

Monthly 33 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.1 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

Kathmandu

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

Kathmandu, Bagmati Province

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Lalitpur, Bagmati Province

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Kirtipur, Bagmati

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Kathmandu, Bagmati

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Panauti, Bagmati

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Last Updated: 06 Aug 2026, 06:29 AM

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Air Quality Solutions For Kathmandu
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N95 Mask

Shield yourself from pollution

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Kathmandu is 100 (Moderate) due to recent rainfall by 1.37mm/hr. This was last updated 2026-08-06 12:06:02 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 32 (Good) at 4:46 PM, Aug 5, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 148 (Poor) at 4:46 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Kathmandu have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 148 at 4:46 AM (Local Time), lowest 32 at 4:46 PM, Aug 5, 2026 (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are acceptable; however, some pollutants may be a concern for a small number of sensitive individuals.