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Kathmandu Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2025-02-16 11:00:55 PM

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Live AQI
62
Air Quality is
Moderate
pm10 :  63 µg/m³
PM2.5 :  14 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
250
Hazardous
300+
moderate aqi level in Kathmandu


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Major Air Pollutants

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Historical Air Quality Data

Kathmandu

Kathmandu

AQI Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal

Year
.
AQI


Annual AQI Trends

2021
137AQI
2022
143AQI
4%
Rise
2023
118AQI
-17%
Fall
2024
108AQI
-8%
Fall
2025
116AQI
7%
Rise
Overall Annual Percentage (%) change of AQI in (2021 to 2025)
-3%
Fall (Improved AQI)

Most & Least Polluted Months

Most PollutedJanuary, 2023169AQI

Least PollutedAugust, 202452AQI

* This data analysis is from year 2021 - 2025

Kathmandu's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

Location
Status
AQI
PM2.5(µg/m³)
PM10(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Adhikarigau
Moderate
69
19
68
13
27
AHW Office
Moderate
60
14
55
10
28
Jhaukhel
Moderate
58
13
58
10
26
Kharipati
Moderate
60
14
51
10
25
Sallaghari
Moderate
60
14
65
11
29
US Embassy
Moderate
63
13
80
10
27

Nepal's Metro Cities

Air Quality Index

Health Advice For People Living In

Kathmandu

1Cigarettes per day

Cigarette
Weekly 7.0 Cigarettes
Monthly 30.0 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.0 cigarettes a day.

Source:

Berkeley Earth


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

Kathmandu

  • asthma due to air pollution in KathmanduAsthma
  • heart due to air pollution in KathmanduHeart Issues
  • allergy due to air pollution in KathmanduAllergies
  • sinus due to air pollution in KathmanduSinus
  • flu due to air pollution in KathmanduCold/Flu
  • copd due to air pollution in KathmanduChronic (COPD)
asthma due to air pollution in Kathmandu

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.

Most Polluted Cities 2025

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Kathmandu's AQI Data Analytics Solutions

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Air Quality FAQs

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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

What is the current AQI level in Kathmandu?

The current real-time AQI level in Kathmandu is 62 (Moderate). This was last updated 2025-02-16 11:00:55 PM.

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

The best AQI level was 58 (Moderate) at 4:01 AM during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI level was 119 (Poor) at 11:01 AM during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI levels in Kathmandu have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 119 at 11:01 AM, lowest 58 at 4:01 AM.

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

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