Johannesburg Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution
Real-time PM2.5, PM10 air pollution level in Johannesburg
Last Updated: 2026-08-15 17:41 (Local Time)

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Breathe easy and get active! The air quality is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.
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Standard Value
1.
Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
Poor
3xabove Standard
2.
Springs, Gauteng
Moderate
2xabove Standard
3.
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
Moderate
2xabove Standard
4.
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Moderate
2xabove Standard
5.
Cape Town, Western Cape
Moderate
1xabove Standard
6.
Klerksdorp, North West
Moderate
1xabove Standard
7.
Paarl, Western Cape
Moderate
1xabove Standard
8.
East London, Eastern Cape
Moderate
1xabove Standard
9.
Standerton, Mpumalanga
Good
1xbelow Standard
10.
Rustenburg, North West
Good
1xbelow Standard
Last Updated: 15 Aug 2026, 03:42 PM
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1. What is the current AQI (US) level in Johannesburg?
1. What is the current AQI (US) level in Johannesburg?
The current real-time AQI (US) level in Johannesburg is 19 (Good). This was last updated 2026-08-15 17:41 (Local Time).
2. When was the best AQI (US) level in Johannesburg in the last 24 hours?
2. When was the best AQI (US) level in Johannesburg in the last 24 hours?
The best AQI (US) level was 16 (Good) at 4:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
3. When was the worst AQI (US) level in Johannesburg in the last 24 hours?
3. When was the worst AQI (US) level in Johannesburg in the last 24 hours?
The worst AQI (US) level was 78 (Moderate) at 3:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
4. What is the current trend of AQI (US) levels in Johannesburg during last 24 hours?
4. What is the current trend of AQI (US) levels in Johannesburg during last 24 hours?
The AQI (US) levels in Johannesburg have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 78 at 3:01 AM (Local Time), lowest 16 at 4:01 PM (Local Time).
5. What actions are recommended as per the current AQI (US) level in Johannesburg?
5. What actions are recommended as per the current AQI (US) level in Johannesburg?
The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.
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