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Chennai Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2025-04-20 08:55:42 AM (Local Time)

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Live AQI
85
Air Quality is
Moderate
pm10 :  69 µg/m³
PM2.5 :  27 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
300
Hazardous
301+
aqi moderate level in Chennai
mist

32 °C

Mist
Humidity
Humidity75 %

Wind Speed
Wind Speed21 km/h

UV Index
UV Index6
Last Updated: 2025-04-20 08:55:42 AM (Local Time)


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Historical Air Quality Data

Chennai

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AQI Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Year
.
AQI


Annual AQI Trends

2020
86AQI
2021
81AQI
-6%
Fall
2022
85AQI
5%
Rise
2023
90AQI
6%
Rise
2024
83AQI
-8%
Fall
2025
102AQI
23%
Rise
Overall Annual Percentage (%) change of AQI in (2020 to 2025)
4%
Rise (Worsened AQI)

Most & Least Polluted Months

Most PollutedJanuary, 2020133AQI

Least PollutedMay, 202153AQI

* This data analysis is from year 2020 - 2025

Chennai's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

Location
Status
AQI
PM2.5(µg/m³)
PM10(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Abhiramapuram
Moderate
80
25
66
30
82
Abiramapuram
Moderate
80
25
66
30
82
Achuthan Nagar
Moderate
88
29
65
30
84
Alandur Bus Depot
Moderate
88
29
75
28
83
Arumbakkam
Moderate
86
28
66
30
82
Chennai US Consulate
Moderate
84
27
66
30
83
Gandhi Nagar Ennore
Moderate
85
27
72
30
84
Intuc Nagar
Moderate
85
27
62
30
83
Kodungaiyur
Moderate
73
21
72
30
82
Korattur
Moderate
88
29
65
27
83
Kumaraswami Nagar
Moderate
84
27
75
30
84
Manali
Moderate
80
25
67
30
83
Manali Village
Moderate
88
29
71
29
79
Muthtamil Nagar
Moderate
88
29
65
27
83
Neelankari
Moderate
89
30
91
30
84
Parle Town
Moderate
84
27
66
30
83
Perungudi
Moderate
94
32
89
30
84
Potheri
Moderate
82
26
65
30
83
Royapuram
Moderate
87
28
61
30
82
Sridevi Colony
Moderate
86
28
70
30
82
Stella Maris College
Moderate
78
23
61
30
83
Thirumurugan Salai
Moderate
81
25
60
30
87
Velachery Res. Area
Moderate
86
28
71
30
82

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Health Advice For People Living In

Chennai

1.2Cigarettes per day

Cigarette
Weekly 8.4 Cigarettes
Monthly 36.0 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.2 cigarettes a day.

Source:

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Solutions for Current AQI

  • Air Purifier
    Air PurifierTurn On
  • Car Filter
    Car FilterMust
  • N95 Mask
    N95 MaskMust
  • Stay Indoor
    Stay IndoorMust


Must turn on the air purifier to enjoy fresh air.

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Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Chennai

  • asthma due to air pollution in ChennaiAsthma
  • heart due to air pollution in ChennaiHeart Issues
  • allergy due to air pollution in ChennaiAllergies
  • sinus due to air pollution in ChennaiSinus
  • flu due to air pollution in ChennaiCold/Flu
  • copd due to air pollution in ChennaiChronic (COPD)
asthma due to air pollution in Chennai

Mid. Chances of Asthma

Asthma

Risk of Asthma symptoms is Mid. when AQI is Moderate (50-150)

Moderate symptoms including frequent wheezing, noticeable shortness of breath, chest tightness, and persistent cough.

Do's :

  • Limit outdoor activities when AQI is poor.

  • Clean indoor air with an air purifier to reduce exposure.

  • Soothe the respiratory tract with herbal teas or warm water to help alleviate symptoms.

Don'ts :

  • Exercise outdoors without a mask.

  • Stay in smoky areas with strong fumes.

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Air Quality FAQs

at Chennai

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

What is the current AQI level in Chennai?

The current real-time AQI level in Chennai is 85 (Moderate). This was last updated 2025-04-20 08:55:42 AM (Local Time).

When was the best AQI level in Chennai in the last 24 hours?

The best AQI level was 72 (Moderate) at 6:09 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

When was the worst AQI level in Chennai in the last 24 hours?

The worst AQI level was 96 (Moderate) at 7:09 PM, Apr 19, 2025 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

What is the current trend of AQI levels in Chennai during last 24 hours?

The AQI levels in Chennai have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 96 at 7:09 PM, Apr 19, 2025 (Local Time), lowest 72 at 6:09 AM (Local Time).

What actions are recommended as per the current AQI level in Chennai?

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