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Shanghai Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-09-25 14:51:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

52AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 13 µg/m³

pm10 : 30 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

32 °C

Last Updated: 2026-09-25 14:51:01 (Local Time)

Rank806^th

Currently, Shanghai ranks 806^th among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Shanghai

Major Air Pollutants
Shanghai

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

13µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

30µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

333ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

5ppb

Ozone(O₃)

37ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Shanghai

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Shanghai

AQI (US)

24-09-2026Time25-09-2026

Time	Shanghai
3:01pm	41
3:31pm	41
4:01pm	40
4:31pm	38
5:01pm	38
5:31pm	40
6:01pm	40
6:31pm	43
7:01pm	45
7:31pm	44
8:01pm	44
8:31pm	44
9:01pm	42
9:31pm	42
10:01pm	41
10:31pm	38
11:01pm	38
11:31pm	35
12:01am	36
12:31am	33
1:01am	34
1:31am	35
2:01am	35
2:31am	39
3:01am	39
3:31am	37
4:01am	36
4:31am	37
5:01am	38
5:31am	35
6:01am	33
6:31am	39
7:01am	38
7:31am	39
8:01am	38
8:31am	40
9:01am	41
9:31am	40
10:01am	39
10:31am	41
11:01am	40
11:31am	43
12:01pm	43
12:31pm	45
1:01pm	47
1:31pm	49
2:01pm	49
2:31pm	51

Min. AQI (US)12:31am

Max. AQI (US)2:31pm

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Shanghai's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Good

Moderate

Good

Good

Good

Fengxian Nanqiao New City

Moderate

Fengxian South Bridge

Good

Huangpu Ruijin

Good

Jiading Nanxiang

Moderate

Jing An Monitoring Station

Moderate

Jing An Qiyi Middle School

Good

Lawan Sha Zhuan Faxizo

Moderate

Minhang Jiangchuan

Good

Minhang Pujiang

Moderate

Pudong Zhoupu

Good

Putuo Monitoring Station

Moderate

Putuo Taopu

Moderate

Shanghai US Consulate

Moderate

Songjiang Library

Moderate

Songjiang Zhongchen Road

Moderate

Xahua Shang Sha Da

Moderate

Xuhui

Moderate

Xujiahui

Good

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Beijing

Chengdu

Chongqing

Dongguan

Shanghai

Shenyang

Shenzhen

Tianjin

119

temp.29°C

hum.41%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Shanghai

2026

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Health Advice For People Living In
Shanghai

0Cigarettes per day

Weekly 0 Cigarettes

Monthly 0 Cigarettes

Breathe easy and get active! The air quality is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.

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

Shanghai

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

Yuci, Shanxi

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Huanghua, Hebei

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Dezhou, Shandong

Poor

4xabove Standard

Binzhou, Shandong

Poor

4xabove Standard

Shengli, Shandong

Poor

4xabove Standard

Taiyuan, Shanxi

Poor

3xabove Standard

Botou, Hebei

Poor

3xabove Standard

Cangzhou, Hebei

Poor

3xabove Standard

Fenyang, Shanxi

Poor

3xabove Standard

10.

Leling, Shandong

Poor

3xabove Standard

Last Updated: 25 Sept 2026, 06:59 AM

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Shanghai is 52 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-09-25 14:51:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 33 (Good) at 12:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 51 (Moderate) at 2:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Shanghai have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 51 at 2:31 PM (Local Time), lowest 33 at 12:31 AM (Local Time).

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

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