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Pietermaritzburg Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2025-02-09 09:59:09 PM

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Live AQI
98
Air Quality is
Moderate
pm10 :  46 µg/m³
PM2.5 :  34 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
250
Hazardous
300+
moderate aqi level in Pietermaritzburg


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Historical Air Quality Data

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AQI Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Year
.
AQI


Annual AQI Trends

2020
5AQI
2021
8AQI
60%
Rise
2022
88AQI
1000%
Rise
2023
55AQI
-37%
Fall
2024
61AQI
11%
Rise
2025
104AQI
70%
Rise
Overall Annual Percentage (%) change of AQI in (2020 to 2025)
221%
Rise (Worsened AQI)

Most & Least Polluted Months

Most PollutedJuly, 2022181AQI

Least PollutedApril, 20201AQI

* This data analysis is from year 2020 - 2025

Pietermaritzburg's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

Location
Status
AQI
PM2.5(µg/m³)
PM10(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Cato Ridge
Moderate
98
34
51
21
90
Pietermaritzburg Airport ORIBI
Moderate
99
35
42
22
84

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Health Advice For People Living In

Pietermaritzburg

1.7Cigarettes per day

Cigarette
Weekly 11.9 Cigarettes
Monthly 51.0 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.7 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

Pietermaritzburg

  • asthma due to air pollution in PietermaritzburgAsthma
  • heart due to air pollution in PietermaritzburgHeart Issues
  • allergy due to air pollution in PietermaritzburgAllergies
  • sinus due to air pollution in PietermaritzburgSinus
  • flu due to air pollution in PietermaritzburgCold/Flu
  • copd due to air pollution in PietermaritzburgChronic (COPD)
asthma due to air pollution in Pietermaritzburg

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.

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Air Quality FAQs

at Pietermaritzburg

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

What is the current AQI level in Pietermaritzburg?

The current real-time AQI level in Pietermaritzburg is 98 (Moderate) due to recent rainfall by 0.18mm/hr. This was last updated 2025-02-09 09:59:09 PM.

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

The best AQI level was 92 (Moderate) at 1:14 PM during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI level was 124 (Poor) at 11:14 PM, Feb 8, 2025 during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI levels in Pietermaritzburg have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 124 at 11:14 PM, Feb 8, 2025, lowest 92 at 1:14 PM.

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

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