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Kota Kinabalu Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-15 01:21 (Local Time)

Live AQI

47AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Good

PM2.5 : 12 µg/m³

pm10 : 24 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

20 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-15 01:21 (Local Time)

Presently, Kota Kinabalu ranks for having the good air quality among cities worldwide.

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Kota Kinabalu

Major Air Pollutants
Kota Kinabalu

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

12µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

24µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

54ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

10ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

2ppb

Ozone(O₃)

3ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Kota Kinabalu

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Kota Kinabalu

AQI (US)

14-08-2026Time15-08-2026

Time	Kota Kinabalu
1:31am	74
2:01am	73
2:31am	56
3:01am	64
3:31am	59
4:01am	59
4:31am	58
5:01am	55
5:31am	55
6:01am	37
6:31am	42
7:01am	47
7:31am	53
8:01am	55
8:31am	49
9:01am	47
9:31am	54
10:01am	52
10:31am	49
11:01am	57
11:31am	58
12:01pm	52
12:31pm	51
1:01pm	50
1:31pm	51
2:01pm	57
2:31pm	54
3:01pm	53
3:31pm	60
4:01pm	63
4:31pm	61
5:01pm	54
5:31pm	52
6:01pm	60
6:31pm	58
7:01pm	64
7:31pm	79
8:01pm	76
8:31pm	77
9:01pm	81
9:31pm	101
10:01pm	100
10:31pm	97
11:01pm	69
11:31pm	74
12:01am	67
12:31am	72
1:01am	48

Min. AQI (US)6:01am

101

Max. AQI (US)9:31pm

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Kota Kinabalu's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

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Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Keningau

Good

Kimanis

Good

Kota Kinabalu

Moderate

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Kota Kinabalu

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Kota Kinabalu

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 Off

Car FilterAdvisable

N95 MaskAdvisable

Stay IndoorAdvisable

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Kota Kinabalu

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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Standard Value

Bintulu, Sarawak

Poor

4xabove Standard

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Poor

5xabove Standard

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Poor

3xabove Standard

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Poor

3xabove Standard

Muar, Johor

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Miri, Sarawak

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Kluang, Johor

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Putrajaya, Putrajaya

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

Moderate

1xabove Standard

10.

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Last Updated: 14 Aug 2026, 05:26 PM

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Air Quality FAQs
at Kota Kinabalu

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Kota Kinabalu is 47 (Good). This was last updated 2026-08-15 01:21 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 37 (Good) at 6:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 101 (Poor) at 9:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Kota Kinabalu have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 101 at 9:31 PM (Local Time), lowest 37 at 6:01 AM (Local Time).

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

The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.