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Saltworks Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-17 10:31 (Local Time)

Live AQI

38AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Good

PM2.5 : 9 µg/m³

pm10 : 18 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

26 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-17 10:31 (Local Time)

Rank425^th

Currently, Port Elizabeth ranks 425^th among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Major Air Pollutants
Saltworks

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

9µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

18µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

237ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

4ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

2ppb

Ozone(O₃)

6ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
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24 Hours

AQI (US)

Saltworks

AQI (US)

16-08-2026Time17-08-2026

Time	Saltworks
10:31am	67
11:01am	67
11:31am	29
12:01pm	25
12:31pm	29
1:01pm	75
1:31pm	75
2:01pm	86
2:31pm	97
3:01pm	111
3:31pm	109
4:01pm	101
4:31pm	114
5:01pm	121
5:31pm	111
6:01pm	124
6:31pm	119
7:01pm	121
7:31pm	119
8:01pm	106
8:31pm	106
9:01pm	104
9:31pm	111
10:01pm	95
10:31pm	116
11:01pm	104
11:31pm	119
12:01am	152
12:31am	155
1:01am	144
1:31am	149
2:01am	114
2:31am	121
3:01am	119
3:31am	80
4:01am	73
4:31am	80
5:01am	69
5:31am	69
6:01am	56
6:31am	56
7:01am	38
7:31am	33
8:01am	63
8:31am	65
9:01am	58
9:31am	60
10:01am	65
10:31am	38

Min. AQI (US)12:01pm

155

Max. AQI (US)12:31am

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Health Advice For People Living In
Saltworks

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 Off

Car FilterAdvisable

N95 MaskAdvisable

Stay IndoorAdvisable

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

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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

Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Alberton, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Brits, North West

Poor

3xabove Standard

Standerton, Mpumalanga

Poor

3xabove Standard

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

Poor

3xabove Standard

Vereeniging, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Centurion, Gauteng

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Rustenburg, North West

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Pretoria, Gauteng

Moderate

2xabove Standard

10.

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Last Updated: 17 Aug 2026, 08:33 AM

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Air Quality Solutions For Saltworks
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Fresh Air Machine

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Car Cabin Filter

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N95 Mask

Shield yourself from pollution

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

Mobile App

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Air Quality FAQs
at Saltworks

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Saltworks is 38 (Good). This was last updated 2026-08-17 10:31 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 25 (Good) at 12:01 PM, Aug 16, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 155 (Unhealthy) at 12:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Saltworks have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 155 at 12:31 AM (Local Time), lowest 25 at 12:01 PM, Aug 16, 2026 (Local Time).

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

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