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Karachi Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-07-31 04:51:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

84AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 28 µg/m³

pm10 : 44 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

27 °C

Last Updated: 2026-07-31 04:51:01 (Local Time)

Rank146^th

Currently, Karachi ranks 146^th among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Karachi

Major Air Pollutants
Karachi

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

28µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

44µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

178ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

5ppb

Ozone(O₃)

28ppb

AQI Graph

Historical Air Quality Data
Karachi

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Karachi

AQI (US)

30-07-2026Time31-07-2026

Time	Karachi
5:01am	88
5:31am	84
6:01am	82
6:31am	86
7:01am	78
7:31am	80
8:01am	84
8:31am	89
9:01am	80
9:31am	86
10:01am	79
10:31am	82
11:01am	79
11:31am	83
12:01pm	104
12:31pm	99
1:01pm	102
1:31pm	92
2:01pm	88
2:31pm	86
3:01pm	85
3:31pm	76
4:01pm	88
4:31pm	86
5:01pm	91
5:31pm	91
6:01pm	92
6:31pm	89
7:01pm	96
7:31pm	96
8:01pm	94
8:31pm	135
9:01pm	98
9:31pm	92
10:01pm	86
10:31pm	91
11:01pm	95
11:31pm	94
12:01am	90
12:31am	85
1:01am	94
1:31am	92
2:01am	110
2:31am	106
3:01am	118
3:31am	89
4:01am	89
4:31am	88

Min. AQI (US)3:31pm

135

Max. AQI (US)8:31pm

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AQI (US) Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

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Karachi's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

KMI 064

Moderate

Karachi US Consulate

Moderate

Mai Kolachi Bypass

Moderate

University Of Karachi

Moderate

Pakistan's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

Islamabad

Karachi

Lahore

133

Peshawar

Rawalpindi

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Karachi

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Karachi

1.4Cigarettes per day

Weekly 9.8 Cigarettes

Monthly 42 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.4 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

Karachi

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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RankCityAQI Status

Standard Value

Lahore, Punjab

Poor

3xabove Standard

Karachi, Sindh

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Last Updated: 30 Jul 2026, 11:52 PM

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Karachi's AQI Data Analytics Solutions
Air quality data monitoring platforms

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Air Quality FAQs
at Karachi

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Karachi is 84 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-07-31 04:51:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 76 (Moderate) at 3:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 135 (Poor) at 8:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Karachi have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 135 at 8:31 PM (Local Time), lowest 76 at 3:31 PM (Local Time).

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

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