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Varanasi Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-07-30 06:01 (Local Time)

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Live AQI
82AQI (US)
Air Quality is
Moderate
PM2.5 :  26 µg/m³
pm10 :  53 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
300
Hazardous
301+
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Rank211th

Currently, Varanasi ranks 211th among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Historical Air Quality Data

Varanasi

Varanasi
AQI (US)
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29-07-2026Time30-07-2026
78
Min. AQI (US)5:01pm
124
Max. AQI (US)8:01am

AQI (US) Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

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Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations
Status
AQI (US)
PM₂.₅(µg/m³)
PM₁₀(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Moderate
86
29
53
29
74
Moderate
88
30
52
29
74
Moderate
86
28
51.98
29
74
Moderate
78
25
49
29
74
Moderate
86
28
52.27
29
74
Moderate
75
24
57
29
74
Moderate
80
26
52
29
74
Moderate
73
21
57.17
29
74

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Health Advice For People Living In

Varanasi

1.6Cigarettes per day

Cigarette
Weekly 11.2 Cigarettes
Monthly 48 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.6 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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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 82 (Moderate) due to recent rainfall by 0.03mm/hr. This was last updated 2026-07-30 06:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 78 (Moderate) at 5:01 PM, Jul 29, 2026 (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 124 (Poor) at 8:01 AM, Jul 29, 2026 (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 124 at 8:01 AM, Jul 29, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 78 at 5:01 PM, Jul 29, 2026 (Local Time).

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

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