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Phokeng Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-09 09:51:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

124AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Poor

PM2.5 : 45 µg/m³

pm10 : 52 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

16 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-09 09:51:01 (Local Time)

Rank92^nd

Currently, Rustenburg ranks 92^nd among the most polluted cities globally.

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Phokeng

Major Air Pollutants
Phokeng

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

45µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

52µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

362ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

4ppb

Ozone(O₃)

6ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Phokeng

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Phokeng

AQI (US)

08-08-2026Time09-08-2026

Time	Phokeng
10:01am	109
10:31am	111
11:01am	101
11:31am	97
12:01pm	93
12:31pm	75
1:01pm	82
1:31pm	75
2:01pm	73
2:31pm	71
3:01pm	58
3:31pm	58
4:01pm	54
4:31pm	54
5:01pm	54
5:31pm	56
6:01pm	58
6:31pm	67
7:01pm	67
7:31pm	78
8:01pm	84
8:31pm	90
9:01pm	88
9:31pm	104
10:01pm	90
10:31pm	95
11:01pm	95
11:31pm	101
12:01am	97
12:31am	134
1:01am	141
1:31am	131
2:01am	134
2:31am	126
3:01am	136
3:31am	141
4:01am	146
4:31am	139
5:01am	144
5:31am	136
6:01am	134
6:31am	124
7:01am	151
7:31am	150
8:01am	141
8:31am	141
9:01am	119
9:31am	136

Min. AQI (US)4:01pm

151

Max. AQI (US)7:01am

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AQI (US) Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes
Phokeng, Rustenburg, North West, South Africa

AQI (US)

South Africa's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

Brits

124

temp.16°C

hum.35%

Durban

105

Johannesburg

Paarl

Polokwane

Pretoria

101

temp.16°C

hum.35%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Phokeng

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Phokeng

1.6Cigarettes per day

Weekly 11.2 Cigarettes

Monthly 48 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.6 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

Phokeng

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.

Most Polluted Cities 2026
South Africa

Analyze the real-time most air polluted cities in the country.

Most Polluted Cities Live Ranking 2026

World's Most PollutedCity Rankings (2025)

World's Most PollutedCountry Rankings(2025)

RankCityAQI Status

Standard Value

Volksrust, Mpumalanga

Unhealthy

9xabove Standard

Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng

Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

Centurion, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Brits, North West

Poor

3xabove Standard

Vereeniging, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Sandton, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Springs, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Rustenburg, North West

Poor

3xabove Standard

Alberton, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

10.

Klerksdorp, North West

Poor

3xabove Standard

Last Updated: 09 Aug 2026, 07:58 AM

AQI City Rankings

Air Quality Solutions For Phokeng
Explore the solutions of air quality monitoring & clean air.

Here are some applications that you can go through to find out the solutions.

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Air Quality Sensors

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Fresh Air Machine

Clean the air you breathe

Car Cabin Filter

Purify the air in your car

N95 Mask

Shield yourself from pollution

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Air Quality Solutions for Schools | Institutes

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Air Quality Solutions For Hotels

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Air Quality Solutions for Restaurants

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Air Quality Solutions For Real Estates

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

Mobile App

Smart TV App

Web Dashboard

API

Widgets

Air Quality FAQs
at Phokeng

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Phokeng is 124 (Poor). This was last updated 2026-08-09 09:51:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 54 (Moderate) at 4:01 PM, Aug 8, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 151 (Unhealthy) at 7:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Phokeng have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 151 at 7:01 AM (Local Time), lowest 54 at 4:01 PM, Aug 8, 2026 (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for Sensitive individuals, they should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.