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Riyadh Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-09-25 16:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

61AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 17 µg/m³

pm10 : 74 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

38 °C

Last Updated: 2026-09-25 16:01 (Local Time)

Rank501^st

Currently, Riyadh ranks 501^st among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Riyadh

Major Air Pollutants
Riyadh

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

17µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

74µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

242ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

1ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

4ppb

Ozone(O₃)

11ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Riyadh

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Riyadh

AQI (US)

24-09-2026Time25-09-2026

Time	Riyadh
4:01pm	78
4:31pm	77
5:01pm	77
5:31pm	61
6:01pm	63
6:31pm	105
7:01pm	104
7:31pm	83
8:01pm	81
8:31pm	81
9:01pm	82
9:31pm	82
10:01pm	84
10:31pm	83
11:01pm	85
11:31pm	80
12:01am	76
12:31am	76
1:01am	84
1:31am	91
2:01am	82
2:31am	78
3:01am	80
3:31am	80
4:01am	78
4:31am	82
5:01am	79
5:31am	72
6:01am	80
6:31am	83
7:01am	78
7:31am	87
8:01am	76
8:31am	77
9:01am	70
9:31am	98
10:01am	92
10:31am	93
11:01am	87
11:31am	89
12:01pm	94
12:31pm	95
1:01pm	96
1:31pm	91
2:01pm	88
2:31pm	59
3:01pm	59
3:31pm	62
4:01pm	61

Min. AQI (US)2:31pm

105

Max. AQI (US)6:31pm

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Real-time Air Pollution Level

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Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

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Health Advice For People Living In
Riyadh

1.2Cigarettes per day

Weekly 8.4 Cigarettes

Monthly 36 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.2 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

Riyadh

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

Hail, Ha Il

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Hail, Hail

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Buraydah, Al Qasim

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Ad Dammam, Ash Sharqiyah

Moderate

1xequal Standard

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Moderate

1xbelow Standard

Medina, Al Madinah Al Munawwarah

Good

1xbelow Standard

Jeddah, Makkah Al Mukarramah

Good

2xbelow Standard

Yanbu, Al Madinah Al Munawwarah

Good

2xbelow Standard

Jeddah, Makkah Province

Good

3xbelow Standard

10.

Abha, Asir

Good

4xbelow Standard

Last Updated: 25 Sept 2026, 01:05 PM

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Air Quality FAQs
at Riyadh

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Riyadh is 61 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-09-25 16:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 59 (Moderate) at 2:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 105 (Poor) at 6:31 PM, Sep 24, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Riyadh have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 105 at 6:31 PM, Sep 24, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 59 at 2:31 PM (Local Time).

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

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