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Kuching Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-09-29 10:51 (Local Time)

Live AQI

140AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Poor

PM2.5 : 58 µg/m³

pm10 : 79 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

31 °C

Last Updated: 2026-09-29 10:51 (Local Time)

Rank97^th

Currently, Kuching ranks 97^th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Kuching

Major Air Pollutants
Kuching

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

58µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

79µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

305ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

8ppb

Ozone(O₃)

9ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Kuching

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Kuching

AQI (US)

28-09-2026Time29-09-2026

Time	Kuching
10:01am	132
10:31am	148
11:01am	150
11:31am	152
12:01pm	151
12:31pm	147
1:01pm	153
1:31pm	152
2:01pm	153
2:31pm	131
3:01pm	135
3:31pm	153
4:01pm	153
4:31pm	153
5:01pm	156
5:31pm	154
6:01pm	153
6:31pm	154
7:01pm	154
7:31pm	140
8:01pm	143
8:31pm	153
9:01pm	153
9:31pm	158
10:01pm	157
10:31pm	158
11:01pm	152
11:31pm	149
12:01am	150
12:31am	154
1:01am	153
1:31am	153
2:01am	154
2:31am	154
3:01am	153
3:31am	147
4:01am	145
4:31am	145
5:01am	143
5:31am	144
6:01am	142
6:31am	143
7:01am	143
7:31am	142
8:01am	139
8:31am	135
9:01am	129
9:31am	144
10:01am	137
10:31am	156
11:01am	156

129

Min. AQI (US)9:01am

158

Max. AQI (US)9:31pm

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Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

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Kuching's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Kuching

Unhealthy

155

Samarahan

Unhealthy

156

Sintang

Poor

106

Malaysia's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

George Town

106

Ipoh

Klang

153

temp.29°C

hum.71%

Kuala Lumpur

154

temp.30°C

hum.59%

Petaling Jaya

152

temp.30°C

hum.64%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Kuching

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Kuching

2.7Cigarettes per day

Weekly 18.9 Cigarettes

Monthly 81 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 2.7 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

Kuching

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

Melaka, Melaka

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

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Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

Seremban, Negeri Sembilan

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

Muar, Johor

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

Johor Bahru, Johor

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Klang, Selangor

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Shah Alam, Selangor

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

10.

Kuantan, Pahang

Poor

4xabove Standard

Last Updated: 29 Sept 2026, 03:02 AM

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Air Quality FAQs
at Kuching

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Kuching is 140 (Poor) due to recent rainfall by 0.01mm/hr. This was last updated 2026-09-29 10:51 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 129 (Poor) at 9:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 158 (Unhealthy) at 9:31 PM, Sep 28, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Kuching have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 158 at 9:31 PM, Sep 28, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 129 at 9:01 AM (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for Sensitive individuals, they should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.